The 33rd president of the United States who served from 1945 to 1953. Truman is known for his role in the conclusion of World War II and his implementation of key domestic policies.
Related terms
Cold War: The period of political tension between the United States and Soviet Union after World War II.
Marshall Plan: An economic aid program initiated by Truman to help rebuild Western Europe after World War II.
Fair Deal: A set of domestic reforms proposed by Truman aimed at improving social welfare and civil rights.