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The Legacy of Harry S. Truman: Facts About America's 33rd President

Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States (1945-1953), is known for his decisive leadership during a pivotal time in history. Born on May 8, 1884, he earned the nickname “Give 'Em Hell Harry.” Never formally educated, he initiated the end of World War II by authorizing atomic bombings. Despite being declared defeated in the 1948 election, he won against all odds. A straight-talker, his famous motto was "The Buck Stops Here." He was a left-handed president and loved playing cards and piano, leaving a significant mark on American history.

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The Legacy of Harry S. Truman: Facts About America's 33rd President

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  1. Jacob Strutton Macbay B4

  2. A Little Info • 33rd President of the United States (1945-1953) • Born May 8, 1884 • Nickname : “Give ‘Em Hell Harry” • Married to Elizabeth “Bess” Virginia Wallace • Had one daughter Mary Margret

  3. Fact 1 • Truman loved to play cards, horseshoes, and the piano.

  4. Fact 2 • In his first six months as President Truman brought an end to World War II, which included dropping two atomic bombs on Japan.

  5. Fact 3 • In 1948, the newspapers had already declared his opponent the winner, when in fact, Truman had won the election.

  6. Fact 4 • Truman had 2 dogs Feller 'the unwanted dog‘ and Mike, an Irish setter 

  7. Fact 5 • A famous quote of his is "I'm going to fight hard. I'm going to give them hell." 

  8. Fact 6 • At 60 years old, he was the oldest vice president to succeed to the presidency.

  9. Fact 7 • Truman was straight-talking, and took on great responsibilities without complaint. A sign on his desk read "The Buck Stops Here".

  10. Fact 8 • The “S” in Harry S Truman doesn’t stand for anything.

  11. Fact 9 • Truman was one of the 5 presidents who were left handed

  12. Fact 10 • Harry S. Truman was the only president in this century who didn't have a college education. 

  13. References • http://www.stephencarr.com/facts.html • http://www.theheroesclub.org/harry_s_truman.php • http://library.thinkquest.org/TQ0312172/truman.html • http://www.apples4theteacher.com/holidays/presidents-day/harry-truman/facts.html • http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,326316,00.html

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