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President Harry S. Truman addressing a joint session of Congress

2006-415
Accession Number
2006-415
6 x 8 1/2 inches
Black & White
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NAID 350377140
Keywords
Legislators
Presidents
Speeches, addresses, etc.
Strikes and lockouts
HST Keywords
Steel strike; Truman - Addresses - Congress - 82nd (1951-52)
People Pictured
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
McCormack, John W., 1891-1980
Barkley, Alben William, 1877-1956
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Description
President Harry S. Truman addressing a joint session of Congress asking lawmakers to enact legislation authorizing the government to seize the steel industry and run it until the contract dispute is settled. Seated behind him are Vice President Alben Barkley, left, and House Majority Leader John W. McCormack. Donor: Hennepin County Historical Society
Date(s)
June 10, 1952