President Roosevelt to Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek 6
Dear Generalissimo Chiang: I have been informed that the United States military installations in China have now been practically completed, notwithstanding the monetary and financial difficulties China has to contend with. I wish to express my own deep appreciation to you and to express the thanks of the American people for this splendid achievement.
This manifestation of our common effort gives to the world additional evidence of the good faith and the high principles which motivate the United Nations in their determination to destroy the forces of aggression. You and the Chinese people have fought valiantly the common enemy for seven long years, and I know that you are heartened, as we are, with the realization that the day draws ever closer when our objective of final victory will be won.
China’s achievements in the face of tremendous obstacles inspires faith and hope in free men of all countries.
Sincerely yours,
- Copy obtained from the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, N. Y. Signed original transmitted by the Department pouch for delivery in Chungking.↩