    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1997, Book II)]
    [September 30, 1997]
    [Page 1276]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Citation on the Presidential Medal of Freedom for General John M.
    Shalikashvili
    September 30, 1997

        Throughout a remarkable 39-year military career, General
    Shalikashvili has worked tirelessly to improve our Nation's security and
    promote world peace. A steward of freedom, his landmark endeavors
    include Joint Vision 2010; initiation of NATO's Partnership for Peace;
    NATO enlargement--which includes his native Poland; ratification of the
    Chemical Weapons Convention; and successful military operations in
    Bosnia, Haiti, and elsewhere in the world. A strong and thoughtful
    leader, his sound judgment and strategic vision have been instrumental
    in preparing our Armed Forces for the challenges of today and the 21st
    century. For a lifetime of dedicated service, our Nation gratefully
    honors General John Shalikashvili.

                                                          William J. Clinton

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