Diary Entry - 02/24/1981
Key Facts
President Reagan takes part in "emotional" presentation of the Congressional Medal of Honor to Roy Benavidez.
After numerous National Security briefings, including a conference with the King of Spain, President and Mrs. Reagan host a dinner in honor of Governors and their spouses.
Prince Charles's engagement to Lady Diane Spencer is announced in Great Britain.
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—Great ceremony at Pentagon—awarded Cong. Medal of Honor to Roy Benevidez for an exceptionally heroic act. It was an emotional experience for everyone & very inspiring. Tues. night—1st St. dinner for Gov’s. & wives. Entertainment by cast of “Chorus Line.” It was a beautiful party and reflected some of the changes Nancy has made—for the better.
