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What did Frank Buckles advocate for as chairman?

  • A new WWII memorial

  • A national WWI memorial

  • A veterans' hospital

  • Improved veteran benefits

Answer

As chairman, Frank Buckles championed the creation of a national WWI memorial. His advocacy stemmed from his firsthand experience as the last surviving American veteran of the war. Buckles believed that a memorial would serve as a fitting tribute to the sacrifices made by those who fought and died in WWI, ensuring that their legacy would be preserved for generations to come.
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