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The original documents are located in Box 1, folder "200th Anniversary of the Army
Message, 1975" of the Eliska Hasek Files at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library.
Copyright Notice
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
June 6, 1975
On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress adopted
the military units of New England as the official na-
tional Army. With this act, the Continental Army
was created and the Nation's military service was
born.
The Army can look with pride on its distinguished
contribution to our national security and defense in
these past two hundred years. In peace and war, the
Army's achievements are a credit to the millions of
dedicated American citizens who answered the call to
arms to protect the freedom we cherish. The patriotic
and loyal service of these brave men and women has
added a gallant chapter to the annals of the American
experience.
Their valiant sacrifices and unfailing devotion to the
basic principles of our Founding Fathers have made
the members of the United States Army a vital van-
guard of our freedom.
I know that I am joined by my fellow citizens in paying
tribute to the United States Army on its two hundredth
birthday.
Herald R, Ford
BERALD ? FORD