07/23/1899
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"The sturdy valor and heroism of officers and men fill the American people with pride."
"The country mourns the brave men who fell in battle."
"They have added new names to our roll of heroes."
"I therefore ask the people of the United States, upon next assembling for divine worship in their respective places of meeting, to offer thanksgiving to Almighty God"