Harry S Truman

Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from 1945 to 1953. Born in Missouri in 1884, Truman had a modest upbringing. He served in World War I and later entered politics, becoming a U.S. senator in 1934. Truman assumed the presidency after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt and made the controversial decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan, ending World War II. He also implemented the Marshall Plan for post-war Europe and founded NATO. Truman's presidency was marked by the establishment of many policies and programs that shaped the post-war era. He passed the Truman Doctrine, aiding Greece and Turkey against communism, and the Fair Deal, advocating for social welfare. Truman retired to Missouri after leaving office and passed away in 1972. He is remembered as a decisive leader during a critical period in American history.