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You, our youth of today, are among the most illustrious spirits to be born into mortality in any age of the world. Yours is a noble heritage and a wonderful opportunity.

Harold B. Lee

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Harold B. Lee
Age: 74 †
Born: 1899
Born: March 28
Died: 1973
Died: December 26
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