On the recordJuly 9, 1964
We have come here this morning to pay honor to an outstanding officer and his outstanding career of honorable and faithful service to our country and to the cause of freedom in the world.
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presidency.ucsb.eduWe have come here this morning to pay honor to an outstanding officer and his outstanding career of honorable and faithful service to our country and to the cause of freedom in the world.
Remarks Upon Presenting the Distinguished Service Medal to Admiral Felt
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