On the recordSeptember 27, 1966
Five years ago I visited Senegal to attend your inauguration as first President and to celebrate the first anniversary of your nation's independence.
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presidency.ucsb.eduFive years ago I visited Senegal to attend your inauguration as first President and to celebrate the first anniversary of your nation's independence.
Remarks of Welcome in the East Room to President Senghor of Senegal
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