Harry Truman: “We who stand ready to sign this treaty with Japan believe in peace.”

The course of action you recommend has my approval.

The decoration established by this order shall be awarded by the President of the United States or, under regulations approved by him, by such person or persons as he may designate.

No more than one National Security Medal shall be awarded to any one person, but for subsequent services justifying an award, a suitable device may be awarded to be worn with the Medal.

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