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Cocke, Erle Jr., 1921-2000

President Harry S. Truman's Address at the Dedication of the New Washington Headquarters of the American Legion

President Harry S. Truman's address at the dedication of the new Washington headquarters building of the American Legion. The President spoke at 6:15 p.m. from a stand erected in front of the new building at 1608 K Street NW in Washington, DC. In his opening words he referred to Erle Cocke, Jr., National Commander of the American Legion. The address was carried on a nationwide broadcast. In four parts.

President Harry S. Truman Meets with Boys' Nation Delegates

President Harry S. Truman (front row, second from right) meets with delegates to the sixth annual Boys' Nation. Front row, left to right: Earl Cocke, National Commander, American Legion (sponsor of Boys' Nation); Donald Johnston of Pittsburg, Kansas; President Truman; and Cliff Thompson of Fairway, Kansas, President of Boys' Nation. He is presenting the book "The Key to Peace" to President Truman. All others are unidentified.