Harry Truman: “I wish the USO abundant success in its vitally important task.”

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

We venerate these documents not because they are old, not because they are valuable historical relics, but because they still have meaning for us.

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

The National Security Medal may be awarded to any person, without regard to nationality, including members of the armed forces of the United States, for distinguished achievement or outstanding contribution on or after July 26, 1947, in…