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President Truman preparing for T.V

59-1349
Accession Number
59-1349
6.5x8.5 inches
Black & White
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NAID 348260343
Keywords
Presidents
Speeches, addresses, etc.
HST Keywords
Truman - Addresses - Radio - T.V. - Citizens Food Committee
People Pictured
Luckman, Charles, 1909-1999
Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
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International News Photos

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
President Harry S. Truman (left) with Charles Luckman (right), Chairman of the Citizens Food Committee. President Truman addressed the nation via television on the need to conserve food to send to Europe. This marked the first time that television cameras entered the White House to televise an event.
Date(s)
October 5, 1947