Harry Truman: “The Secretary of the Navy shall award the Purple Heart, in the name of the President of the United States, to any person…”

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

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.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

I believe that the report is of great value.