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World War II: The Senate and the Nation's Capital
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President Roosevelt signs Declaration of War while surrounded by four congressmen.
President Roosevelt signs the Declaration of War against Germany on December 11, 1941. Behind him are (L-R): Senator Alben Barkley (KY), Senator Carter Glass (VA), Representative Joseph Martin (MA), and Senator Thomas Connally (TX). [Library of Congress]