On the recordMarch 3, 1949
I have recently given considerable attention to the question of the appropriate organization of the executive branch for civil defense.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI have recently given considerable attention to the question of the appropriate organization of the executive branch for civil defense.
Memorandum on Civil Defense Planning.
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