[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 39, Number 43 (Monday, October 27, 2003)]
[Pages 1463-1464]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Death of
Madame Chiang Kai-shek

October 24, 2003

    Laura and I were saddened to learn of the death of Madame Chiang 
Kai-shek. Madame

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Chiang was a close friend of the United States throughout her life and 
especially during the defining struggles of the last century. 
Generations of Americans will always remember and respect her 
intelligence and strength of character. On behalf of the American 
people, I extend condolences to Madame Chiang's family members and many 
admirers around the world.