against the dark background of the atomic bomb, the united states does not wish merely to present strength, but also the desire and the hope for peace.
the coming months will be fraught with fateful decisions. in this assembly, in the capitals and military headquarters of the world, in the hearts of men everywhere, be they governed or governors, may be the decisions which will lead this world out of fear and into peace.
to the making of these fateful decisions, the united states pledges before you, and therefore before the world, its determination to help solve the fearful atomic dilemma -- to devote its entire heart and mind to find the way by which the miraculous inventiveness of man shall not be dedicated to his death, but consecrated to his life.
i again thank the delegates for the great honor they have done me in inviting me to