Harry Truman: “This order shall become effective on January 1, 1946.”

I believe that the report is of great value.

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

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…

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.