12/31/1943
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"I wish that great numbers of our people could see this work of getting the necessary equipment and supplies through to our ally."
"Apart from winning the war, I want to tell you that you—all of you—individually and collectively, are a part of that purpose."
"America is proud of you, proud of what you are doing in this distant place."
"Japan will also be expelled from all other territories which she has taken by violence and greed."