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Il. JUSTIFICATION IN SUPPORT OF RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD A. Mr. Hoover meets the first eligibility criterion of being a civilian career officer of the Federal Government, His more than forty years of uninterrupted service in one department, including more than thirty-three uninterrupted years in his present position, constitute a record which speaks for itself. R Mr, Aonnvear meaate the sarand aligihilite rritarian in that the B. Hoover meets the second eligibility criterion in that significance and importance of his contribution to the Government and the public interest deserve greater public commendation and official recognition than that which can be accorded under existing laws and regulations by the Attorney General as head of the Department of Justice. 1, Mr. Hoover's career is a living chapter of American history, its present value is beyond calculation in terms of what his contributions have already meant to preserving, strengthening and perpetuating the United States as a nation, its Constitution and laws, its cherished freedoms, its reverence for the home and family; the welfare, peace of mind and essential security of every patriotic law-abiding man, woman and child; as well as the position of respect and authority of this Nation in the international family, Is future value seems assured of ee eee ae eee awe ST Ee ww Saw few ew neses Sera ee we We progressively increasing, not only through his continuing service but equally because he has laid such a firm foundation in the organization he directs, and because the influence of his vision, example, cooperative service and educational programs have made American law enforcement an honorable profession truly worthy of an elevated public opinion. ae: MRS Met ONY 2. Mr. Hoover's worth transcends any single department. E is not measurable by normal Government standards, He has given his life to the whole Nation as servant and trustee; thus, it is only fitting and proper that the people should honor him through an award presented by their elected leader, On May 27, 1955, President Eisenhower presented the National Security Medal to Mr. Hoover and made the following personal remarks; =2-