Today. a country so recently weakened by severe ravages of war holds its head high among the nations of the world. It is true that much of Italys rapid return to economic stability is the direct result of American assistance. but it is equally true that the American food. supplies. equipment. and dollars given to Italy are but a token payment on the debt this country owes Italy for the contributions which the Italianborn American citizens and their descendants have made to Americas own development. These sons. daughters. grandsons. and greatgrandsons of Italian immigrants have made. and are still making. a lasting impact upon the lives of every American. Their gifts to us of greatness in science. business. music. art. drama. and literature are priceless. consequently. we are ever conscious of their importance and value. In congratulating the people of Italy upon their great achievements as they celebrate this. their Independence Day.
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