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OCR Page 1 of 10(HUSTON-SAFIRE) JK
March 14, 1969
Suggested Remarks for the
50th Anniversary Dinner of the American Legion
On behalf of the people of the United States, I am honored to
accept the American Legion's 50th Anniversary gift to the nation:
permanent lighting for the Tomb of the Unknowns.
This is more than a convenience to those who will visit the
newly lighted Tomb in the years ahead. This gift is an example
of the Legion's devotion to the memories of those men who have
given their lives in the nation's service. Each of the thousands
of Legion members who contributed to the purchase of this lighting
system may be proud of the part they have played in making possi-
ble this fitting tribute to those who have died in defense of American
liberty.
Of course, there is strong symbolism in this gift. Men who
have felt the heat of battle are men who know the need for the light
of understanding among all nations.
Of all your activities, I am sure you must be particularly proud
of your youth programs which reach three-quarters of a million
young people every year. All of us should give recognition to this
part of your work at a time when the excesses of a small minority
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