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Kate Smith Receives Medal of Freedom in Raleigh
President Reagan awards singer Kate Smith the Medal of Freedom at a Raleigh ceremony. The 73 year old, famed for God Bless America, used a wheelchair during the event and spoke through her sister Helena Steene. Reagan praised her heartfelt performances and world war bonds support.
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