Harry Truman: “These paths are long and tortuous, and thus far mankind has not had the wisdom to find the way to an enduring peace.”

I believe that the report is of great value.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

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

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.