Ex-presidents

Thomas Hart Benton addressing the gathering at the dedication of the mural, "Independence and the Opening of the West." At left, Eugene Savage, Rita Benton, former president Harry S. Truman, David D. Lloyd, Chief Justice Earl Warren, Wayne Grover, archivist of the United States, and Bess Wallace Truman seated.

Former President Harry S. Truman (left) and Thomas Hart Benton pose for the press before the dedication of the mural "Independence and the Opening of the West" in the lobby of the Harry S. Truman Library.

Former president Harry S. Truman points out the portrait of his mother to Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt on her visit to the Harry S. Truman Library.

Former president Harry S. Truman greeting Eleanor Roosevelt on her arrival at the Truman Library.

Former president Harry S. Truman and Mr. Dean Acheson at one of the exhibit cases in the Presidential room.

Former president Harry S. Truman Mr. Dean Acheson viewing the mural, "Independence and the Opening of the West," in the lobby of the Truman Library.

Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson (right) being greeted by former President Harry S. Truman. Johnson is visiting the Truman Library.

Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson touring through the Truman Library. Bill Straeter, Wes Lyle and Joe Adams in the background.

Former President Harry S. Truman giving an address at the World War I Memorial (Liberty Memorial, Kansas City, Missouri).

View of the crowd listening to former President Harry S. Truman speaking at the ceremonies of the World War I Memorial (Liberty Memorial, Kansas City, Missouri).