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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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Is Harry a nickname for Henry?

Henry is a French name dating from when the British aristocracy spoke French. The English pronunciation for it is "Harry". So yes, it is a nickname for Henry. Prince Harry's real name is Henry (son of Prince Charles and Princess Diana). Other nicknames for Henry are Hank and Hal.
Harry is a common British nickname for Henry

When was trueman president?

Harry S Truman was U.S. President from when Franklin D. Roosevelt died on April 12, 1945 until the end of his second term on January 20, 1953.

What does the quote 'The only thing new in the world is the history we don't know' mean?

An event in the world is only new if it happens. If an event never happens it can not become history.

What was the cause of Harry S Trumans death?

On December 5, 1972, he was admitted to Kansas City's Research Hospital and Medical Center with lung congestion from pneumonia. He subsequently developed multiple organ failure and died at 7:50 a.m. on December 26 at the age of 88.

Was president Truman liberal?

He was surely with the Democratic party, But what we think of today as a liberal; Harry Truman was not such a liberal based on todays recent trends and standards.

Value Harry Truman stamps?

These are still quite common whether you mean the 20 cent regular issue or the

commemorative which was issued soon after he dies.

Its retail value in good condition - no missing perforations or thin spots and full gum if unused and lightly canceled if used -- is from 10 to 20 cents retail.

Dealer would charge up to twice face for the mint stamps.

Wholesale, the value is 50 cents to 75 cents in lots of 100 for the used commemorate

and 15 cents per hundred for the 20 cent regular issue.

Unused about 65% of face if you have enough unused stamps to make it worth a dealer's time.

Full sheets and plate number blocks can often be sold for full face and maybe 20% more.

How many presidents have been in office since Harry Truman?

As of May, 2012 there have been 11 U. S. Presidents since Harry Truman.

If President Franklin D. Roosevelt had not died would he have been a better President than Harry Truman?

# He was a better president probably of all time.

# FDR served 3 terms as president-- more than any other US president-- so the conditional clause in the question ('if...died') in the question is really unnecessary to judge the merits of Roosevelt's presidency.

How did Franklin D Roosevelt die?

FDR cause of death

Franklin D. Roosevelt died of a cerebral hemorrhage on April 12, 1945, at the age of 63, while vacationing in Warm Springs, Georgia.

What party seemed to spell disaster for Truman's candidacy?

The "Dixiecrats" or States' Rights Democratic Party split from the Southern wing of the Democratic Party over the issue of racial integration and was testing its political power in the 1948 Presidential election, nominating Strom Thurmond. Truman still managed to win over Thomas Dewey, who had been leading in the polls. The division among Southern Democrats would help lead to the two Republican victories by Dwight Eisenhower in 1952 and 1956.

The other party that split from the Democrats was the Progressive Party. Although they garnered nearly as many votes as the Dixiecrats, they won no electoral votes.

Why didn't all democrats support harry Truman 1948?

Dixiecrats were angry he supported civil rights. (Apex)

Which hospital was Harry S. Truman born in?

In 1884, very few people were born in ANY hospital. Like almost everyone, he was born at home.

How much is an autographed 8x10 photo of Harry S Truman worth?

* Appreciation for Truman's legacy and methodology in office increases with every passing year, as does the value of his genuine signature. * As with all collectibles, determining value is a function of authenticity and condition. If genuine, the photo would be worth $75-200, depending on condition and pose. Autographed photos can range from 75 to 2000 depending on the condition and content of the photo (pose, other people, the event, etc.)