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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Harry_SHarry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum - Wikipedia

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   The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum is the presidential library and resting place of Harry S. Truman, the 33rd president of the United States (1945–1953), his wife Bess and daughter Margaret, and is located on U.S. Highway 24 in Independence, Missouri.

2. www.trumanlibrary.govHarry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum

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   With the world watching the pivotal 2024 election, a new Truman Library exhibition recalls the biggest political upset in U.S. history. Promising Americans a “Fair Deal” while campaigning against a “do-nothing Congress,” Truman changed the nation’s tune—from MILD to WILD about Harry.

3. worldhistorycommons.org › harry-s-truman-libraryHarry S. Truman Library and Museum | World History Commons

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   Among the student resources, teacher resources, and source databases, users will have access to materials with which they can discuss practically everything that happened in the world during Truman’s life (1883-1973) and even some things outside that time frame.

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     November 23, 1963 - Harry Truman from Truman Library after the Assassination of President Kennedy

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5. www.trumanlibraryinstitute.org › experiencingExperiencing Truman While the Truman Library is Under ...

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   Aug 8, 2019 · The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum is currently closed for a transformative renovation. A new museum entrance and permanent exhibition are scheduled for completion this fall in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Truman’s ascension to the presidency.

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6. www.trumanlibrary.gov › museum › ordinary-manFirst Four Months | Harry S. Truman

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   A series of panels bearing video newsreel, key documents and artifacts highlight the dramatic string of events that dominated the first four months of Harry Truman's Presidency. Events include announcements of the end of the war against Germany, the signing of the United Nations Charter, the Potsdam Conference, firebombing Japan, the dropping ...

7. www.trumanlibrary.gov › education › presidentialDecision to Drop the Atomic Bomb | Harry S. Truman

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   After the first minute of dropping “Fat Man,” 39,000 men, women and children were killed. 25,000 more were injured. Both cities were leveled from the bombs and this, in turn, forced Japan to surrender to the United States. The war was finally over. Today, historians continue to debate this decision.

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   What is the Harry S Truman Presidential Library & Museum?

   • The Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum was established to preserve the papers, books, and other historical materials relating to former President Harry S. Truman and to make them available to the people in a place suitable for exhibit and research.

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   Why should you visit Harry S Truman Museum?

   • Exceptional experience – this is a must-see. The museum not only is world-class in every way, it stands out for its balanced presentation. Experience the eventful and triumphant life of America’s 33rd president. Harry S. Truman’s story is richly and uniquely American. From humble beginnings, he rose to become the most powerful man in the world.

   Museum Exhibits - Truman Library Institute

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   What challenges did Harry Truman face after World War II?

   • The end of World War II did not slow the pace of the challenges that Harry Truman faced. Much of Europe and Asia lay in ruins, ravaged by starvation and economic collapse. As the only nation to emerge stronger after the war, the United States took the lead. The Soviet Union had suffered catastrophic losses.

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   How did the end of World War II affect Harry Truman?

   • William T. Kemper Gallery The end of World War II did not slow the pace of the challenges that Harry Truman faced. Much of Europe and Asia lay in ruins, ravaged by starvation and economic collapse. As the only nation to emerge stronger after the war, the United States took the lead.

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   Why did Harry Truman decide to end the war?

   • After President Roosevelt died on April 12th, 1945, it became Harry Truman’s job to decide how to end the war. The thought of invading Japan gave Truman and his advisors pause. The war had shown that the Japanese were fighting for the Emperor who convinced them that it was better to die than surrender.

   Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb | Harry S. Truman

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   Who was Harry Truman?

   • Since the Library’s dedication in July 1957, the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum has welcomed and inspired millions of visitors from across the globe. On April 12, 1945, Harry Truman received an urgent call. President Franklin Roosevelt was dead. Truman was a farmer, a war veteran, a failed haberdasher, and a county judge.

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9. www.trumanlibraryinstitute.org › library-museumMuseum Exhibits - Truman Library Institute

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   View current and upcoming temporary exhibitions at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum, included with regular Museum admission. PLAN YOUR VISIT. Experience the eventful and triumphant life of America’s 33rd president. Harry S. Truman’s story is richly and uniquely American.