On the recordMay 10, 1965
The public interest would be promoted by reserving this area for proper protection and preservation as the Statue of Liberty National Monument:
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe public interest would be promoted by reserving this area for proper protection and preservation as the Statue of Liberty National Monument:
Proclamation 3656—Adding Ellis Island to the Statue of Liberty National Monument
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In that pursuit, Mr. President, United States support will be gladly given.
I hope to some day be able to come there and see you in your own land, in your own atmosphere.
We are grateful for the impressive gesture of good will and partnership that you have extended to us.
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