Funeral rites and ceremonies

A view of the exterior of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri, taken from Spring Street. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. People are unidentified. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

View of main entrance to Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

View of the burial site for former President Harry S. Truman at the Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

A view of North Delaware Street in Independence, Missouri, between West Truman Road and West Farmer Avenue. This photo was taken along funeral procession route for former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

A view of the back side of the courtyard at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

North entrance to the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library, Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. This entrance to the Library was for the use of the family, members of the presidential party, and important people attending the funeral. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

A view of the front lawn of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

A view of the exterior of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri, taken from Spring Street. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. People are unidentified. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

View of George C. Carson Funeral Home in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.

A view of the National Guard Armory for the Fifth United States Army Provisional Detachment at Crysler Avenue and 23rd Street in Independence, Missouri. This photo was taken as part of the planning for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. Donor: Terry Van Meter, U. S. Cavalry Museum, Fort Riley, Kansas.