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On the recordMay 3, 1965
Today, in a figurative sense if not a literal one, I am very proud and very happy on behalf of all the American Nation to salute you as a distinguished officer and a most distinguished American.
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks Upon Presenting Distinguished Service Medal to Adm. Harold Page Smith

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