FDR: “I think that our main emotion will be one of grim determination that…”

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I think that our main emotion will be one of grim determination that this shall not happen again.

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Roosevelt reflects on the emotional response expected after the war, emphasizing a commitment to prevent future conflicts.

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FDR: “I think that our main emotion will be one of grim determination that this shall not happen again.”

Editor's note · Context