A family watches their television as U.S. President Harry S. Truman speaks about the Korean War.

The transcript discusses the period five years after VJ Day, highlighting the renewed involvement of Americans in foreign conflicts. The president addresses the nation, explaining the necessity of military actions and the heavy responsibilities involved. He emphasizes the importance of liberty and the reasons behind the actions taken, despite a general aversion to war.

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