Henry L. Stimson

As to the war with Japan, the President had already received my memorandum in general as to the possibility of getting a substantial unconditional surrender from Japan which I had written before leaving Washington and which he had approved.

American Statesman

Menachem Begin

The people of Israel have lived 3,700 years without a memorandum of understanding with America and will continue to live without it another 3,700 years.

Israeli Politician

Cofer Black

We operate under the law. Covert action authorities are communicated in a memorandum of notification.

American Public Servant

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Are you laboring under the impression that I read these memoranda of yours? I can't even lift them.

American President

Dean Acheson

A memorandum is written not to inform the reader but to protect the writer.

Used within an organization to convey information among employees or departments.

Internal Communication

Serves as a tool to remind individuals of meetings, procedures, or important dates.

Brief Reminder

Memorandums should be clear and to the point, containing only necessary details.

Concise Format

Formally outlines an understanding or agreement, often preceding a full contract.

Formal Agreement

A memorandum can set initial terms for a deal, to be later expanded in a detailed contract.

Pre-Contract

Often, a memorandum of understanding is not enforceable by law, unlike a full contract.

Not Legally Binding

Records key terms and conditions of a business deal for both parties' reference.

Transaction Record

Summarizes complex transactions in a more digestible format for quick understanding.

Summary Document

 this part of the world from the ravages of corruption and as soon as I started this work I received a memorandum from the World Bank from the legal department first in which they said you are not allowed to

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 who practiced a version of this technique. New Zealand's electoral system is designed for unlikely friendships, coalitions, alliances, memoranda of understanding are almost inevitable.