Harry Truman: “We need extensive training of our people in areas vulnerable to attack.”

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

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

That is his duty. That is his duty.

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.