Ex-presidents

Harry S. Truman waves to people gathered outside the home of outgoing Secretary of State Dean Acheson. Truman went out to the Acheson home for luncheon the afternoon following the inauguration of Dwight Eisenhower. Same as 69-544, only not cropped or touched up. From: Houston Post. From: Houston Post.

Harry Truman, who yesterday became this country's second living ex-president, found it hard here in Cincinnati this morning to get out of the habit of morning constitutionals. As private citizen, Mr. Truman's train pulled into Cincinnati Union Terminal for a brief stopover en route to Independence, Missouri. The former President jumped off the train and led reporters on a merry chase. A photographer called "Hold it, Mr. President." The rejoinder: "It's just Harry Truman now." From: Houston Post.

Former President Harry S. Truman (left) greeted by General Alfred Gruenther, during his visit to NATO-SHAPE Headquarters. Harry S. Truman leaning on cane and listening to General Allen Gruenther. (Larger view, 78-939)

Former President Harry S. Truman is below deck on the S. S. United States upon his return from his trip to Europe. He speaks to and enjoys the company of the ship's crew and passengers, many of whom are African-American.

Former President Harry S. Truman is below deck on the S. S. United States upon his return from his trip to Europe. He speaks to and enjoys the company of the ship's crew, many of whom are African-American.

Former President Harry S. Truman is below deck on the S. S. United States upon his return from his trip to Europe. He speaks to and enjoys the company of the ship's crew, many of whom are African-American.

Former President Harry S. Truman is below deck on the S.S. United States upon his return voyage from Europe. He speaks to and enjoys the company of the ship's crew, some of whom are African American.

Harry S. Truman gazes amusedly at a statue of Romulus and Remus, legendary Founders of Rome, suckling at a she-wolf. He is in Rome while vacationing in Europe. Unidentified man is at right.

Harry S. Truman smiles broadly at a group of dark haired boys, some shirtless, standing at his automobile. He is in Rome, Italy on vacation.

Former President Harry S. Truman and Bess Truman tour Rome, Italy during their European trip. This picture shows Harry S. Truman and Ambassador Stanley Woodward (far left) standing before an altar at the Vatican. A monk (right center) gestures with left hand as attention is focused toward the ceiling of the stone chapel.