Harry Truman: “Cessation of aid to the Netherlands would be detrimental to the security of the United States”

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

I believe that the report is of great value.

It is my fervent hope as I leave the Office of the Presidency that recent reckless attacks which can destroy that great asset will subside and that we will continue to go forward in creating a skilled corps of men and women with a public…

That is his duty. That is his duty.