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(b. May 8, 1884; d. December 26, 1972) Thirty-third president of the United States (1945–1953). Harry Truman served as president of the United States from April 12, 1945, to January 20, 1953, a time of pivotal importance in America's...

Decisive, blunt, fair-minded, and well-informed, Harry S. Truman was the "common man" president. He had worked as a farmer, a clerk, and a salesman, among other jobs; he served his country during World War I (1914-18); and he became a straight-talking...

For other persons named Harry Truman, see Harry Truman (disambiguation). Harry S. Truman (May 8 1884 – December 26 1972) was the thirty-third President of the United States (1945–1953). As vice president, he succeeded to the office upon the death of...

Harry S. Truman consciously crafted a public image as an ordinary man, but he also felt this was an accurate portrayal. He strongly disagreed with politicians who thought they were too important for the US to be without. Truman did not attend college and...

This article examines the enunciation in March 1947 of the Truman Doctrine. The doctrine pledged the United States to "assist free peoples who are resisting attempted subjugation by armed minorities or by outside pressures." Although the statement was initially aimed at winning congressional support...

A Navy surveillance aircraft crashed into the Atlantic during a training exercise, and crews searched Thursday for the three aviators who were aboard, authorities said."We're still conducting an active search and rescue mission," Navy spokesman Mike Maus said Thursday, about 12 hours after the twin-engine...

A Navy helicopter struck a power line during a training flight and crashed in a rugged area of the northern Nevada desert, killing all five crew members, the Navy said Tuesday.Navy investigators were on the scene early Tuesday to recover the bodies.The SH-60F helicopter, flying...

Discusses the presidency of Harry S. Truman. Describes the highlights of his term in office. Outlines the qualities that made him a strong, effective leader.

This essay conveys the controversial decision of Truman of dropping the atomic bomb.

Why Harry S. Truman was not one of America's greatest Presidents.