Rest and Recreation - Message from President Johnson
The Prime Minister, Mr. Holt, has received the following message from President Johnson:-
" A quarter century ago I found out that if you had to be away from home and fighting a war, the best country to be in is Australia. I hear that the first group of our servicemen to come to you from Viet Nam has arrived at the same conclusion.
I know the thought and care and warmth that went into the arrangements made for our men.
I thank you, and through you, the people of Australia for what you are doing.
Sincerely,
LYNDON B JOHNSON "
Mr. Holt, in welcoming the message today, said: "It is good to learn that the U. S. servicemen coming here for R. and R. have formed such a favourable impression of Australia."
13 October 1967
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