Can you please retype this for me :)

Mission Statement: to "advance freedom for the benefit of the American people and the international community by helping to build and sustain a more democratic, secure, and prosperous world composed of well-governed states that respond to the needs of their people, reduce widespread poverty and act responsibly within the international system"

Explanation:

the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation.

nuclear weapons are hoaxes. many people believe they are real, though.