Executive Order
05/25/1900
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One and all have displayed the most conspicuous gallantry and earned the gratitude of the nation.
Your splendid command has endured not only the hardships and sacrifices incident to campaign and battle, but in stress of heat and weather h...
May the Father of Mercies protect and comfort them.
All destruction or intentional defacement of such places, of historical monuments or archives, or of works of science or art is prohibited s...