The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration of Independence declared that people can govern themselves, that they can live in freedom with equal rights, that they can respect the rights of others.
In the two centuries that have passed since 1776, millions upon millions of Americans have worked and taken up arms when necessary to make that dream a reality. We can be extremely proud of what they have accomplished. Today, we are the world's oldest republic. We are at peace. Our Nation and our way of life endure. We are free.


Memorial Day address, Arlington National Cemetery (31 May 1976)

Gerald R. Ford: Remarks at Memorial Day Ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery.[presidency.ucsb.edu]

Gerald Ford Quotes

The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration...

The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration...

The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration...

The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration...