Among the gallant advocates of freedom in Eastern Europe. the people of Hungary captured the admiration of the 19th century world in 1848. and the 20th century in 1956. On both occasions they fought for democracy at great sacrifice and in face of overwhelming odds. Under the circumstances. it is only natural that thousands of Hungarians should have emigrated here. following both abortive democratic revolutions in their native land. And in so doing they have proven themselves invaluable to the American democratic cause. The American Hungarian Federation has served the same cause for the same purpose. and with remarkable effect. Founded with the dual object of acquainting Hungarian immigrants with American ideals. and of preserving the Hungarian culture within the American Hungarian community. the federation has carried out its work with considerable success. and deserves the highest praise for a job well done. I am pleased to join my colleagues in congratulating the AmericanHungarian Foundation for 60 years of service in the interest of America. of the people of Hungary and of Hungarian extraction. and of the principles of freedom throughout the world.
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