Letter to the Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission, Concerning Establishment of an Ernest Orlando Lawrence Memorial Award.

[ Released August 30, 1958. Dated August 19, 1958 ]

Dear John:

I strongly agree that the memory of Dr. Lawrence, as well as his great contributions, should be commemorated. To that end, I request that you initiate action to establish a memorial award beating his name, for especially meritorious contributions in the broad field of atomic endeavor.

Such an award would seem to me to be most fitting both as a recognition of what he has given to our country and to mankind, and as a means of helping to carry forward his work through inspiring others to dedicate their lives and talents to scientific effort.

With warm regard,

Sincerely,

DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER