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Harry Truman: This Treaty is an expression of the desire of the people of the United States for peace and security, for the continuing…

On the recordApril 11, 1949
This Treaty is an expression of the desire of the people of the United States for peace and security, for the continuing opportunity to live and work in freedom.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Special Message to the Senate Transmitting the North Atlantic Treaty.

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