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Statement by President Roosevelt

The conversations between the Prime Minister of Belgium and myself and other officials of the American Government have been most helpful and encouraging. I am very glad that the Prime Minister has paid us this visit. I know that his stay in the United States will strengthen the admiration and affection of the American people for Belgium. We recognize in him an advocate of our ideals and hopes.

The Prime Minister will carry back to Europe the earnest best wishes of the American people.