Harry S. Truman

By peacockaddison

  • Harry S. Truman was born.

    Born in Missouri as the first of three children. His parents were John Truman, a farmer, and his wife Martha.

  • Joined the Army

    Truman, after working a series of odd jobs, left home to fight in World War I.

  • Married

    One month after leaving the army, he married Elizabeth Wallace.

  • Became a Judge

    He was elected Judge of Jackson County, Missouri.
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    Truman Commission

    During this time period, he served as the chairman of the Truman Commission.

  • Became Roosevelt's Running Mate

    President Franklin Roosevelt chose him as his running mate, and he became Vice President.

  • Became President

    Became President of the United States of America.

  • Atomic Bombs

    Atomic Bomb dropped on Hiroshima.

  • Truman Doctrine

    Proposed the Truman Doctrine.
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    Korean War

    South Korea was invaded by Communist North Korea.

  • Presidency Ended

    Truman's terms as president ended.

  • Death

    Died in Independence, Missouri.