Harry Truman: “My decision should not be interpreted as establishing any new pattern or policy.”

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

I believe that the report is of great value.

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

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