Harry Truman: “So, I say to you: Give to the Community Chest.”

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.

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.