Harry Truman: “It is a very great pleasure to me to have had the privilege of presenting citations to these aircraft carriers.”

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

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.

The people of the United States have a very great asset in this force.