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President Truman Presents the Oak Leaf Cluster to the Distinguished Service Medal to General Marshall

President Harry S. Truman presents the oak leaf cluster to the Distinguished Service medal to General George C. Marshall upon his retirement from the office of Army Chief of Staff, as broadcast over the Columbia Broadcasting System, 12:30 P.M. EST. The presentation was given at the Pentagon. Text not available in Public Papers.

President Truman's Remarks Upon Receiving the Armed Forces Reserve Medal

President Harry S. Truman's remarks upon receiving the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Oval Office, White House. Text of remarks not found in Public Papers. The Armed Forces Reserve Medal was authorized for issue to Reserve Officers, and the Association arranged with Secretary Pace to secure the first medal for presentation to the President.

President Truman's Remarks Upon Receiving the Distinguished Service Citation of the Reserve Officers Association

President Harry S. Truman's remarks upon receiving the Distinguished Service Citation of the Reserve Officers Association, White House, Presidents Office. Also includes the presentation of the citation from Captain Robert G. Burke, USN, President, Reserve Officers Association. Text not found in the Public Papers.