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Harry Truman

Harry Truman was the 33rd President of the United States (from 1945 to 1953). Major historical events happened during his term, including the use of the atomic bomb against Japan and the end of World War II.

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What does the name marisa stand for?

The name Marisa does not directly stand for something; such as Nate stands for Nathan. However, in Latin it means "of the sea".

Is the name of the 33 president of the US Harry S. Truman or Harry Spencer Truman?

According to www.Trumanlibrary.org, ". . . the "S" did not stand for any name but was a compromise between the names of his grandfathers, Anderson Shipp Truman and Solomon Young. He was later heard to say that the use of the period dated after 1962 as well as before."

Who the famous quote the buck stops here?

"The buck stops here" is a phrase that was popularized by U.S. President Harry S. Truman .

What executive orders were issued by US President Harry Truman concerning military secrets?

In 1950 US President Harry Truman issued a new executive order covering military secrets, which superseded the one issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt ten years earlier. In 1951 he issued another executive order which extended secrecy to non military agencies. Unlike President Roosevelt, Truman made no effort to cite case law to support the order which was broad and deep. The order was so vague that it gave the president far reaching powers and this caused some controversy on Capitol Hill.

What year is 20c Harry S. Truman stamp?

1984

The 20-cent Harry S. Truman regular stamp was issued on January 26, 1984, in Washington, DC. The stamp issuance honored the centennial of the birth of the 33rd US president (1945-53).

Harry S. Truman (1884-1972) entered politics as a county judge in 1922. He was Franklin D. Roosevelt's running mate in 1944. His vice presidency lasted less than three months, until Roosevelt's death on April 12, 1945. Truman spent a turbulent period in office, and he ordered the atomic bombings on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945 and Korean War in 1950. He is considered a man who led the US into international confrontation with Soviet and Chinese communism.

The stamp was engraved through the intaglio process.

Reference:

Postal Bulletin (December 15, 1983).

Encyclopedia Britannica, 15th ed., s.v. "Harry S. Truman."

What historical examples did US President Harry Truman provide to justify the seizure of US steel mills?

President Harry S. Truman was clearly acting in the best interests of the US by taking control of the steel industry. He, however, did the right thing politically and legally to protect the executive branch for his actions. He at once reported his decision to the US congress, and conceded to their wishes if they disapproved of the seizure. While that governing body as a whole did not present him with any major problems, executives of the steel industry did. They sued the government The case went quickly to the US Supreme Court which ruled 6 to 3 against Truman.

How did the way in which Truman handled the Korea crisis affect the powers of the presidency?

How did the way in which Truman handled the Korean crisis affect the powers of the presidency

What was the Truman Administration's length of time in office?

He took office on 12 April 1945 and he left office on 20 January 1953.

What is a contribution?

1. the act of contributing.

2. something contributed.

3. an article, story, drawing, etc., furnished to a magazine or other publication.

4. an impost or levy.

Was Truman's daughter married and did she have children?

she got married in 1907. She had 10 kids. I dont know her husbands name though.

Who was elected president first Eisenhower or Truman?

Truman came first. He became President after Franklin Roosevelt died in office in 1945, and then was elected to the position in 1948. Eisenhower defeated Truman for reelection in 1952

Who sings at the end of harry's law I shall be released?

Nina Simome sang it, penned by Bob Dylan, on the album To Love Somebody which was released in 1969. Other tracks on the disc include Suzanne, Turn Turn Turn, Just like Tom Thumb's Blues, The Times They Are Changing and the title track.

Why did Truman want an limited war in Korea and what American general opposed that strategy and why?

Gen, Douglas MacArthur opposed a limited war because he sought a successful conclusion of hostilities but Truman , and rightly so , wanted to avoid an all out war with China and North Korea .