Harry Truman: “It was just an error on my part, that was.”

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

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

The decoration established by this order shall be awarded by the President of the United States or, under regulations approved by him, by such person or persons as he may designate.

I can't see any good purpose to be served by that.