Harry Truman: “I urge all our citizens to devote themselves anew on that day to the task of promoting a permanent peace among all the…”

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.

The experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.

They should be strong enough to see that unified multiple-purpose development is planned for, and works operated harmoniously in each basin-wide comprehensive system.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.