The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
Edited compilation of speeches with a military theme made by Ronald Reagan during his Presidency. - Military
The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
January 25, 1984 Excerpt from Address Before a Joint Session of the Congress on the State of the Union. Reagan, "And I hope that you're as proud as I am of the young men and women in uniform who have volunteered to man the ramparts in defense of freedom and whose dedication, valor, and skill increases so much our chance of living in a world at peace."
The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
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The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
President Ronald Reagan visits the demilitarized zone in South Korea: LSs of Air Force One taxiing on a runway, daytime; MSs of Reagan attending outdoor religious service with US soldiers stationed there; MSs Reagan at mess hall, being served (apple pie, natch), eating with soldiers; MSs Reagan meeting & talking w/ soldiers in quarters. Great material, shot on film. "And I hope that your as proud as I am, of the young men and women in uniform who have volenteered to man the ramparts in defense of freedom. And whose dedication valor and skill increases so much our chance of living, in a world of peace."
The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
May 22, 1985 Excerpt from Address at the United States Naval Academy Commencement Exercises in Annapolis, Maryland. Ronald Reagan says military service is a noble, colonial tradition. "Well, looking out over your faces in this inspiring and historic setting gives reason for confidence in our nation's future. These last 4 years have been spent preparing you to assume responsibility for the protection of our country and all that we stand for. You're part of a noble tradition. America's independence and freedom, since we were but 13 Colonies huddled along the Atlantic coast, have relied on the bravery, the good sense, and leadership of her officer corps."
The Great Communicator Vol 2: The Military and the Soviet Union
June 4, 1986 Excerpt from Remarks to Marine Corps Basic Training Graduates in Parris Island, South Carolina. Reagan rehashes defense spending glories & praises the state of the military. Senator JESSE HELMS sits to his right, watches on. "The news about our country today is good, and it's getting better. Pride is back. Patriotism is fashionable once again. We've taken our Armed Forces, which had suffered neglect and budget cuts for too many years, and gotten them back in shape - given them a little PT, you might say. We've restored our military to what it ought to be: combat-ready and fighting-fit, the strongest, proudest military for the strongest, proudest nation on Earth. And we've got to keep it that way." edit "Ernie Pyle, the famous war correspondent in World War II, reflected on the Marine Corps spirit. He wrote that he never did find out what perpetuated it. But he concluded: A marine just plain ``considers himself a better soldier than anybody else.'' Well, Ernie Pyle didn't just admire marines; he died with many of them on a terrible campaign called Okinawa, a campaign of bloodshed and valor for the men of the globe and anchor. You are the inheritors of that tradition. You carry on. You know, sometimes I'd like to take some of those people in Washington who are always trying to cut defense spending and bring them here to Parris Island - or to Fort Jackson, Orlando, or Lackland. And I'd tell them these are the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who are putting their lives on the line to keep America free. And if we ever must send our young service people into harm's way, then it is our moral duty to give them absolutely the best equipment and support that America can muster. (applause) And I promise that I - and I'm sure I'm speaking for others here on this platform - will fight as hard as I know how to make sure you get the support that you deserve. And to all of those who say that we must always cut defense first, that America can't afford a strong military, I have just one thing to say: Tell it to the Marines!" (applause)