Harry Truman actually said...

The function of the state is to preserve and promote human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Address in Mexico City.

03/02/1947

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I do not want to hear anyone say that our effort in Korea has been wasted.

General MacArthur's place in history as one of our greatest commanders is fully established.

You will turn over your commands, effective at once, to Lt. Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway.

I have, therefore, relieved General MacArthur of his commands and have designated Lt. Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway as his successor.