Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
To no body of men in the United States is the country so much indebted as to the splendid officers and enlisted men of the regular army and navy.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In "The Strenuous Life," Roosevelt expresses profound national gratitude to the officers and enlisted personnel of the regular army and navy.

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