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Memorial Building, Independence, Missouri, at Liberty Bell dedication

2005-90 (untitled)
Accession Number
2005-90
3x4 inches
Black & White
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Keywords
Buildings
Dedications (Monuments, etc.)
HST Keywords
France - Annecy - Liberty Bell; Liberty Bell - Annecy, France; Missouri - Independence - Buildings - Memorial Building; Missouri - Independence - Ceremonies - Liberty Bell
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Credit:
A.W. Easter

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
Snapshot of the Memorial Building in Independence, Missouri, with a 2,500 pound replica of the Philadelphia Liberty Bell in a gazebo in front of the building. The bell, a friendship token from the people of Annecy, France, will be formally accepted by President Harry S. Truman on behalf of Independence and the United States. Chairs have been set up in front of the building, and the street has been blocked off. From: A.W. Easter.
Date(s)
November 6, 1950