1884 – 1972

Harry S. Truman

president of the United States from 1945 to 1953; politician (1884–1972)

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Born

1884-05-08, Lamar

Died

1972-12-26

Birthplace state

Missouri

Biography

Harry S. Truman was the 33rd president of the United States, serving from 1945 to 1953. As the 34th vice president in 1945, he assumed the presidency upon the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt that year. Truman subsequently implemented the Marshall Plan in the aftermath of World War II to rebuild the economy of Western Europe, and established both the Truman Doctrine and NATO to contain the expansion of Soviet communism. A member of the Democratic Party, he proposed numerous New Deal coalition liberal domestic reforms, but few were enacted by the conservative coalition that dominated the United States Congress.

Occupation

Harry S. Truman is recorded as a diarist, a military officer, a politician, a businessperson, a captain and a judge, born in Missouri (1884–1972).

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Harry S. Truman was born in Lamar, Missouri in 1884. Explore other notable figures from Missouri, historic sites connected to this era, and the full colonial and statehood history of the state using the links below.

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Frequently asked about Harry S. Truman

Who was Harry S. Truman?

Harry S. Truman was president of the United States from 1945 to 1953; politician (1884–1972), born in Missouri (1884 – 1972).

When and where was Harry S. Truman born?

Harry S. Truman was born on 1884-05-08 in Lamar.

When did Harry S. Truman die?

Harry died on 1972-12-26.

What was Harry S. Truman known for?

Harry S. Truman is recorded as a diarist, a military officer, a politician, a businessperson, a captain and a judge.

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