New Secretary Of State, Edward Stettinius Sworn In

R. Stettinius, the youngest Secretary of State in 150 years, is sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Jackson. At 44, he takes on the significant role of Secretary of State, succeeding Cordell Hull. He is congratulated by General Marshall, his wife, and son. Stettinius signs the oath, officially becoming FDR's second Secretary of State. His primary responsibility is to establish a world organization for lasting peace, a task requiring the support of all peace-loving people worldwide.

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