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Stephen Galatti, Director General of the American Field Service and the American Field Service International Scholarships, we consider a notable example of the volunteer dedicated to the cause of humanity and improved world understanding. We consider the growth and high reputation of the Service to be a direct reflection of his integrity and capacity and wisdom.

Stephen Galatti volunteered in the American Field Service in 1915 and was decorated for bravery and outstanding service. It was primarily through his efforts that the American Field Service was held together during the period between the two World Wars and, thanks to this, that it was ready for the call of France in 1939 and for World War II. Subsequently, under Stephen Galatti's leadership, the American Field Service made the distinguished record about which you will read in this book.

After World War II, a meeting was held in New York at which the future of the American Field Service was discussed. It was the desire of those present that the organization should continue under Stephen Galatti's leadership to try to help international relations and in particular to interpret the vast and complex United States of America to our friends. We do not feel that any leader could have done it better, and we are proud to have been associated with him.

ENOS CURTIN
WILLIAM H. WALLACE, JR.