Presidential libraries

Stanchions are set up on the front steps of the Truman Library during preparations for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman.

Truman Library staff and others prepare the catafalque for former President Harry S. Truman's casket in the lobby of the Library. All are unidentified.

This is a view of library grounds during preparations for funeral of former President Harry S. Truman.

Officers from the United States Fifth Army make preparations at the Truman Library for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. They are standing in the Research Room. All are unidentified.

The catafalque for former President Harry S. Truman's casket is prepared in the lobby of the Truman Library.

This is a view of the grounds of the Truman Library during preparations for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman.

Members of the military and others await the arrival of the casket at the Truman Library for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. The hearse can be seen on the left side. All are unidentified.

This is a view of the front lawn and front of Truman Library during preparations for funeral of Former President Harry S. Truman. The flag is flying at half-staff. This view is taken from near Pleasant Street and Highway 24.

Members of the military and others await the arrival of the casket at Truman Library for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. All are unidentified.

Photographers and television camera crews set up cameras on the roof of the Truman Library during preparations for the funeral of former President Harry S. Truman. All are unidentified.