Remarks to a Group of British Publishers and Editors.
04/19/1951
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This order shall supersede Executive Order No. 9277 of December 3, 1941, entitled 'Award of the Purple Heart to Persons ...
The Secretary of the Navy shall award the Purple Heart, in the name of the President of the United States, to any person...
Say in about 6 months.
My decision should not be interpreted as establishing any new pattern or policy.