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Harry Truman

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Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from April 12, 1945, to January 20, 1953. A member of the Democratic Party, he assumed the presidency after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Truman is known for his decisive leadership during the final months of World War II, including the controversial decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which contributed to Japan's surrender. He also played a significant role in the early stages of the Cold War, implementing the Truman Doctrine to contain communism and establishing NATO.

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Dec 7, 1948

There is no relationship which better typifies the firm solidarity of the American States than the traditionally cordial collaboration between Cuba and the United States.

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Dec 7, 1948

No two countries of this closely knit hemisphere have been bound together more closely than the Republic of Cuba and the United States.

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Dec 6, 1948

The maximum punishment for an offense committed prior to February 1, 1949, shall not exceed the applicable limit in effect at the time of the commission of such offense.

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Dec 6, 1948

Nothing contained in this manual shall be construed to invalidate any investigation, trial in which arraignment has been had, or other action begun prior to February 1, 1949.

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Dec 6, 1948

I hereby prescribe the following Manual for Courts-martial to be designated as 'Manual for Courts-Martial, U.S. Army, 1949'.

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Dec 6, 1948

Any such investigation, trial, or action so begun may be completed in accordance with the provisions of the Manual for Courts-Martial, 1928.

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Dec 6, 1948

Nothing contained in this manual shall be construed to make punishable any act done or omitted prior to the effective date of this manual which was not punishable when done or omitted.

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Dec 6, 1948

This manual shall be in force and effect in the Army of the United States on and after February 1, 1949 with respect to all court-martial processes taken on or after February 1, 1949.

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Dec 2, 1948

It is my hope, therefore, that every network and station will participate in the Alfred P. Sloan Awards for Highway Safety, thereby testifying to a truly comprehensive effort on the part of the industry in this important field of public…

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Nov 29, 1948

I think your organization has rendered a distinct public service in taking a stand on this matter.

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Nov 29, 1948

While it is up to the Congress to determine the subjects which it will investigate, I feel sure that a thorough investigation of lobbying activities would have a very salutary effect, and I would be glad to see such an investigation…

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Nov 23, 1948

I think that if we could discuss with the Russians our mutual interest in agriculture, it would not be so difficult to discuss our differences in some other fields.

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Nov 23, 1948

One of the first and most difficult problems is the rebuilding of nations which suffered so heavily during the war.

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Nov 23, 1948

I hope that every country, old or new, will become a member of the Food and Agriculture Organization.

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Nov 23, 1948

There could be no more appropriate time for the United States to be host to a United Nations meeting than during our cherished Thanksgiving holiday.

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Nov 23, 1948

We must look to food as a common tool for lowering such barriers.

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Nov 23, 1948

I hope you continue successfully, and I hope every country in the world will eventually become members of your organization.

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Nov 23, 1948

The real spirit of our holiday is in the sharing of this harvest, and in a feeling of warm friendship and good will for others less fortunate.

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Nov 15, 1948

Our position is as it has always been, and that is the position.

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Nov 15, 1948

Senator Barkley and I are in complete agreement. I don't think there has ever been a Vice President and a President who understand each other as well as We do.

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Nov 15, 1948

I have no plans. I would be happy to see Stalin in Washington, if he wants to come and see me.

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