Harry Truman: “Communism--not our own country-would be served if we lost Mr. Acheson.”

Of course I would. I wouldn't be discourteous to anybody. I never have been.

The course of action you recommend has my approval.

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.

I hereby direct all departments and agencies of the Government to cooperate with the Secretary of State in the execution of his authority under this proclamation and any subsequent proclamation, rule, regulation, or order issued in…