Harry Truman: “My position hasn't changed on that at all.”

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

I hereby direct all departments and agencies of the Government to cooperate with the Secretary of State in the execution of his authority under this proclamation and any subsequent proclamation, rule, regulation, or order issued in…

I am glad that the Bill of Rights is at last to be exhibited side by side with the Constitution.

No more than one National Security Medal shall be awarded to any one person, but for subsequent services justifying an award, a suitable device may be awarded to be worn with the Medal.