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President Truman and Winston Churchill on the Rear Platform of a Train in St. Louis, Missouri

President Harry S. Truman and former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill appear on the rear platform of their train during a nighttime stop in St. Louis, Missouri, after their visit to Fulton, Missouri, for a speech at Westminster College. Mr. Churchill, wearing RAF coveralls otherwise known as a "siren suit," displays the familiar "V" sign while Mr. Truman waves his hat. Secretary of the Treasury John Snyder appears on the left and Admiral William Leahy is behind President Truman.

A photo of Prince Charles of Belgium being greeted by President Truman at the White House

Prince Charles of Belgium was warmly greeted by President Harry S. Truman as he arrived at the White House. Later in the evening the Chief Executive entertained the Prince at a stag dinner. Left to right: Prince Charles, President Truman and the Prime Minister of Belgium, Paul Henri Spaak. From: Beth Gore.

Winston S. Churchill walks up a European beach with officers and other military personnel

Winston S. Churchill disembarks from a transport boat and walks up a European beach with officers and other unidentified military personnel following. The location and event are unknown. Tracks of military vehicles can be seen in the sand. From: Stuessi Printing Co., 6119 W. 16th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106