Harry Truman: “I recommend the enactment of legislation which would permit the posthumous appointment of the late Lieutenant General…”

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

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

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

I believe that the report is of great value.