Letters to Bess Truman

The panelists talked about the Truman Library’s records of letters written to Bess Truman, first lady of the United States from 1945-1953. T… read more

The panelists talked about the Truman Library’s records of letters written to Bess Truman, first lady of the United States from 1945-1953. They discussed her life and times, her relationship with President Truman and her role as first lady. Much of the information in these letters had been recently discovered. They also responded to audience members' questions. close

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  • George Curtis Assistant Director (Former) Truman Presidential Museum and Library
  • Pat Dorsey Assistant Curator Truman Presidential Museum and Library
  • Sue Gentry Columnist Independence Examiner
  • Liz Safly Technician Truman Presidential Museum and Library
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Letters to Bess Truman

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Program ID:
100423-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Independence, Missouri, United States
First Aired:
May 25, 1998 | 2:27pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
May 26, 1998 | 11:03am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • May 25, 1998 | 2:27pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • May 26, 1998 | 6:09am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • May 26, 1998 | 11:03am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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