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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 10, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON DAtorcw A CW
FROM:
EDWARD E. MCNALLY EMW
SUBJECT:
DROP-BY VETERANS BRIEFING
On Thursday, October 11, at 11:40 a.m., you will give brief
remarks to leaders of veterans organizations in OEOB Room 450.
You will be preceded by Secretary Derwinski, General Colin
Powell, and Bob Gates. The remarks (6 minutes, on cards) thank
the groups for their support of Operation Desert Shield.
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
Draft Two (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski, and I
understand General Colin Powell was here earlier.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And a
day later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
As Churchill said, it was truly Britain's finest hour. Such
courage inspired America and the world, which rallied to the
2
cause of freedom and defeated the dark forces which threatened to
engulf us all.
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of our U.N.
Ambassador Tom Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council
has now passed eight major resolutions setting the terms for
solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world.
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, and holding innocents hostage, Iraq has violated every
standard of international behavior. We're not talking about
international etiquette -- we're talking about international law.
And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders must know: The stakes are
high, the cause is just -- and today more than ever -- the
determination is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
35 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
#
#
#
MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS \ ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURSDAY, OCT. 11, 1990 \ 11:40 A.M.
THANK YOU. IT'S GOOD TO SEE SECRETARY ED
DERWINSKI, AND I UNDERSTAND GENERAL COLIN POWELL WAS
HERE EARLIER.
AND I'M ESPECIALLY GLAD TO SEE BoB TURNER, JOE
ANDRY, AND JIM KIMERY HERE AGAIN. AND I WANT TO
RECOGNIZE ORVAL HOOTEN, NATIONAL COMMANDER OF THE
VETERANS OF WORLD WAR I. BORN IN OCTOBER, 1895 --
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ORVAL!
- 2 -
WE'RE PLEASED TO WELCOME ALL OF YOU TO THE WHITE HOUSE,
AND TO TELL YOU HOW MUCH WE APPRECIATE YOUR EFFORTS,
YOUR ORGANIZATIONS, AND YOUR SUPPORT.
DURING THE PAST 10 WEEKS, THE EVENTS IN THE PERSIAN
GULF HAVE REMINDED US OF THE IMPORTANCE OF A STRONG
AMERICA. THE WORLD IS STILL A DANGEROUS PLACE, AND
AMERICA MUST BE READY.
- 3 -
IN WORLD WAR II, THE WORLD PAID DEARLY FOR
APPEASING AN AGGRESSOR WHO COULD HAVE BEEN STOPPED.
WE'RE NOT GOING TO MAKE THAT MISTAKE AGAIN.
EXACTLY 50 YEARS AGO TODAY, AMERICA AWOKE TO
HEADLINES OF ANOTHER MASSIVE AIR RAID ON LONDON. THE
BATTLE OF BRITAIN WAS IN FULL RAGE. TRUE, THE
DEMOCRACIES WERE BATTERED. BUT THEIR RESOLVE WAS NEVER
MORE CLEAR. THEY STOOD UP TO TYRANNY.
- 4 -
AND A DAY LATER, ON OCTOBER 12, OPERATION SEA LION --
THE INVASION OF ENGLAND -- WAS CANCELLED.
As CHURCHILL SAID, IT WAS TRULY BRITAIN'S FINEST
HOUR. SUCH COURAGE INSPIRED AMERICA AND THE WORLD,
WHICH RALLIED TO THE CAUSE OF FREEDOM AND DEFEATED THE
DARK FORCES WHICH THREATENED TO ENGULF US ALL.
SINCE WORLD WAR II, ALLIED STRENGTH AND RESOLVE
HAVE BEEN TESTED MANY TIMES.
- 5 -
BUT WHEN WE LOOK BACK ON THAT HISTORY OF VALOR AND
SACRIFICE, IT'S CLEAR THAT THE STRENGTH OF OUR ARMS AND
THE STRENGTH OF OUR WILL IS UP TO THE CHALLENGE IN THE
GULF.
AND WE'RE NOT ALONE. THANKS TO THE EFFORTS OF OUR
U.N. AMBASSADOR ToM PICKERING AND OTHERS, THE U.N.
SECURITY COUNCIL HAS NOW PASSED EIGHT MAJOR RESOLUTIONS
SETTING THE TERMS FOR SOLVING THE CRISIS.
- 6 -
THE IRAQI REGIME HAS YET TO FACE THE FACTS. BUT AS
I'VE SAID: THE ANNEXATION OF KUWAIT WILL NOT BE
PERMITTED TO STAND. THE REGIME IS UP AGAINST NOT ONLY
THE LAW OF NATIONS -- BUT ALSO THE LAW OF MATHEMATICS.
THE NUMBERS ARE AGAINST THEM.
TODAY, IT'S NOT IRAQ VERSUS KUWAIT -- BUT IRAQ
AGAINST THE WORLD.
- 7 -
BY WAGING A WAR OF AGGRESSION, PLUNDERING A
PEACEFUL NEIGHBOR, AND HOLDING INNOCENTS HOSTAGE, IRAQ
HAS VIOLATED EVERY STANDARD OF INTERNATIONAL BEHAVIOR.
WE'RE NOT TALKING ABOUT INTERNATIONAL ETIQUETTE --
WE'RE TALKING ABOUT INTERNATIONAL LAW. AND OUTLAW
NATIONS AND OUTLAW LEADERS HAVE TO UNDERSTAND THAT.
- 8 -
HERE AT HOME, THE EFFORTS OF YOU IN THIS ROOM TO
IMPROVE THE LOT OF VETERANS HAS BEEN AN IMPORTANT
COMPONENT IN THE SUCCESS OF AMERICA'S ALL-VOLUNTEER
FORCES. COLIN POWELL RECENTLY RETURNED FROM A VISIT
WITH OUR TROOPS IN THE GULF. AND YOUR SUPPORT IS
EVIDENT IN THE PRIDE AND HIGH MORALE FOUND TODAY IN THE
YOUNG AMERICAN HEROES SERVING OVERSEAS.
- 9 -
IT REMINDS ME OF ANOTHER HERO. IT WAS THIS VERY
WEEK, IN 1918, THAT TENNESSEE'S SGT. YORK CAPTURED 132
ENEMY PRISONERS AND 35 MACHINE GUNS -- SINGLE-HANDEDLY.
WHEN ASKED HOW HE DID IT, HE ANSWERED SIMPLY: "I
SURROUNDED 'EM." III Now THAT'S ABOUT WHAT I'D EXPECT
FROM AN AMERICAN SOLDIER. AND THAT KIND OF SPIRIT IS
GOING TO CARRY US TO VICTORY IN WHATEVER CHALLENGES WE
FACE. III
- 10 -
TONIGHT, AS EVENING FALLS ACROSS AMERICA, THERE'LL
BE CANDLES IN OUR WINDOWS AND PRAYERS IN OUR HEARTS.
THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING WILL BE AWASH IN LIGHTS --
LIGHTS RED, WHITE AND BLUE -- LIGHTS TO HONOR THE MEN
AND WOMEN IN UNIFORM NOW STANDING WATCH IN THE PERSIAN
GULF.
- 11 -
LIKE YOUR PRESENCE HERE TODAY -- LIKE YOUR GOOD
WORKS EVERY DAY -- THESE GESTURES SHOW THAT THE FOLKS
AT HOME HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN THE SACRIFICE OF OUR SOLDIERS
AND SAILORS, OUR AIRMEN, OUR MARINES -- AND, I MIGHT
ADD -- OUR COAST GUARD MEN AND WOMEN -- MANY ON DUTY
TONIGHT, MANY MILES FROM HOME.
- 12 -
AND so I'M HERE TO THANK YOU FOR THE IMPORTANT WORK
YOU DO IN DEFENDING OUR NATION'S FREEDOM, IN KEEPING
OUR NATION STRONG. THANK YOU FOR COMING TO THE WHITE
HOUSE. AND GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES.
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Document No. 181354
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
Cecconic &
-DA comments
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
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McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, 0.2.0.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
york
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three- pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomate, and
no
America's fighting men and woman.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval: We're pleased to welcome
all ot you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
SAM 28000
WED 10 OCT 90 19:10
PG.04
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as Chunchill said, it was truly Engla Britam's finest hom.
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to the cause of freedom and defeated the dark forces which threatened to
engulf us all.
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, ) the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few.
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
have to understand that
must known The stakes Are high, the cause is just and today
more than ever the authority is real.
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Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
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volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
SAM 28000
WED 10 OCT 90 19:12
PG.05
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." 111 Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and I myset add - our coast suard oven & women
an and marines, tonight, many miles from home. many are an duty
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
Document No. 181354
Pluse
STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER N/C
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
N/C
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON N/C
GRAY
NK
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT 19ra (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski
earlur
BOB Gates
I understand
was here two
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell three
two
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And 1a two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
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Ingert
2
And you know the famous Churchill quote: Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to SO few. "
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador Tom
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world bet on the world. )
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, and holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the Determinating authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
#
#
#
McNally/Simon
Oct 10, 1990
90 OCT I Draft One (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
as Churchill said, it was truly Bitain's firest home but comage inspired
insert
America and the work, which rallied to the cause of freedom and defeated the dark
faces which threatened to engulf us all.
2
And you know. the famous Churchill quote: 'Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few."
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
#
#
#
Document No. 181354
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 10
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See Comments. Thanks.
Holly Williamsa
10-10-90
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT I Draft One (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450 O.E.O.B.
THURS. OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
(OCA)
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Pickering will Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell Athreo? two
not be there.
pillars of national leadership -- representing. three two pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
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2
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few."
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
our U.N.
(OCA)
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of/Ambassador
Tom
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
not agart
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
crisis of it this
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
COCA)
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
(V.A.)
alvin
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt./York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 10, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Meeting of Veterans
Leaders
The remarks are well written and appropriate for the
occasion. We have no comments from a policy standpoint and
approve of the remarks in their present form.
CC: James W. Cicconi
18:5d 01 130 06
Document No. 181354
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT 10ra (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
2
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few.
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
No Connents
PER Ed R
68 Sd 01 130 06 100 06
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT 10r (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
2
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few."
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
Draft One (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Bob Gates
was here earlier
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell three
pillars of national leadership - representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America 8 fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their a day
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And
1X
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
2
And you know. the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few."
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
more than ever -- the authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
35
machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face.
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'l. be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION
FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT ******** (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
2
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few."
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world -- bet on the world.)
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
and
neighbor holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just -- and today
determination
more than ever -- the Authority is real.
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em.' 10 III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'll be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and marines, tonight many miles from home.
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
TION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
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James W. Cicconi
Note that
Veterans benefit
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
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attached please find Jim's comments
on the veterans speech. He feels that the
other Churchill quote is imppropriate because
it highlights the actions of a few, rather than
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also indivity raises the notion that this
could be the world's "finest hour."
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DATE:
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ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/reccmmendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
Ceccomic &
DA comments
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
rework
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
no
America's fighting men and women.
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval: We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
OK
Such courage inspired No world America and the world, which rathed
as Chrichill said, it was truly Englan Britanis "finest hour
pp
to the cause of freedom and defeated the dark forces which threatened to
engulf us all.
field human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few.
And of you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, ) in the
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world bet on the world.) )
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
have to understand that
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just and today
more than ever the authority is real.
the
of you this room
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there' 11 be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
an
and I must add - our coast suard men women
and marines, tonight, many miles from home.
many att on duty
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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Document No. 181354
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
10/10/90
5:00 TODAY
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
HAGIN
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 5:00pm TODAY,
Wednesday, Ocotber 10. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
Accori &
DP comments
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
McNally/Simon
Oct. 10, 1990
90 OCT (E:VETS)
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: MEETING OF VETERANS LEADERS
ROOM 450, O.E.O.B.
THURS., OCT. 11, 1990, 11:40 A.M.
Thank you. It's good to see Secretary Ed Derwinski,
Ambassador Tom Pickering, and General Colin Powell -- three
rework
pillars of national leadership -- representing three pillars of
national unity: America's veterans, America's diplomats, and
America's fighting men and women.
no
And I'm especially glad to see Bob Turner, Joe Andry, and
Jim Kimery here again. And I want to recognize Orval Hooten,
national commander of the Veterans of World War I. Born in
October, 1895 -- Happy birthday, Orval! We're pleased to welcome
all of you to the White House, and to tell you how much we
appreciate your efforts, your organizations, and your support.
During the past 10 weeks, the events in the Persian Gulf
have reminded us of the importance of a strong America. The
world is still a dangerous place, and America must be ready.
In World War II, the world paid dearly for appeasing an
aggressor who could have been stopped. We're not going to make
that mistake again.
Exactly 50 years ago today, America awoke to headlines of
another massive air raid on London. The Battle of Britain was in
full rage. True, the democracies were battered. But their
resolve was never more clear. They stood up to tyranny. And two
days later, on October 12, Operation Sea Lion -- the invasion of
England -- was cancelled.
OK
Such conrage inspired world America and the world, which rathed
as Chunchill said, it was truly Englan Britann's "finest hour.
op
to the cause of freedom and defeated the dark forces which threatened to
engulf us all.
And you know the famous Churchill quote: "Never, in the
field of human conflict, was so much owed by so many to so few.
Since World War II, Allied strength and resolve have been
tested many times. But when we look back on that history of
valor and sacrifice, it's clear that the strength of our arms and
the strength of our will is up to the challenge in the Gulf.
And we're not alone. Thanks to the efforts of Ambassador
Pickering and others, the U.N. Security Council has now passed
eight major resolutions setting the terms for solving the crisis.
The Iraqi regime has yet to face the facts. But as I've
said: The annexation of Kuwait will not be permitted to stand.
The regime is up against not only the law of nations -- but also
the law of mathematics. The numbers are against them.
Today, it's not Iraq versus Kuwait -- but Iraq against the
world. (And you know what they say: When it's you against the
world bet on the world.) )
By waging a war of aggression, plundering a peaceful
neighbor, holding innocents hostage, and gassing its own people,
Iraq has violated every standard of international behavior.
We're not talking about international etiquette -- we're talking
about international law. And outlaw nations and outlaw leaders
have to understand that.
must know: The stakes are high, the cause is just and today
more than ever the authority is real.
the
this room
08 you
Here at home, your efforts to improve the lot of veterans
has been an important component in the success of America's all-
volunteer forces. Colin Powell recently returned from a visit
3
with our troops in the Gulf. And your support is evident in the
pride and high morale found today in the young American heroes
serving overseas.
It reminds me of another hero. It was this very week, in
1918, that Tennessee's Sgt. York captured 132 enemy prisoners and
32 machine guns -- single-handedly. When asked how he did it, he
answered simply: "I surrounded 'em." III Now that's about what
I'd expect from an American soldier. And that kind of spirit is
going to carry us to victory in whatever challenges we face. III
Tonight, as evening falls across America, there'. be
candles in our windows and prayers in our hearts. The Empire
State Building will be awash in lights -- lights red, white and
blue -- lights to honor the men and women in uniform now standing
watch in the Persian Gulf.
Like your presence here today -- like your good works every
day -- these gestures show that the folks at home haven't
forgotten the sacrifice of our soldiers and sailors, our airmen
and I most add - our coast suard men & women -
an
and marines, tonight, many miles from home.
many atd an duty
And so I'm here to thank you for the important work you do
in defending our Nation's freedom, in keeping our nation strong.
Thank you for coming to the White House. And God bless the
United States.
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