Richard Nixon: “When it comes to maintaining peace, 'prestige' is not an empty word.”

A strong America is essential to maintaining world peace.

May God's grace be with you in all the days ahead.

As a result of these efforts, I am confident that the world is a safer place today, not only for the people of America but for the people of all nations, and that all of our children have a better chance than before of living in peace…

This, more than anything, is what I hope will be my legacy to you, to our country, as I leave the Presidency.