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Making America's Best Idea Even Better
Harry S Truman National Historic SiteTruman Farm Home in Grandview, Missouri
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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Harry S Truman NHS Mission Statement
The mission of Harry S Truman National Historic Site is to interpret the broad life experience of President Truman encompassed in the National Park Service resources in Independence and Grandview and to preserve those resources which tell his life story. The park seeks to educate present and future generations about Truman, his role as a citizen and his influence on history.

 

Designation
National Historic Site - May 23, 1983
President Truman wins a fishing trophy in Boca Chica, Florida. Credit: Truman Library  

Did You Know?
About human nature, Harry Truman said, “In reading the lives of great men, I found that the first victory they won was over themselves and their carnal urges. Self discipline with all of them came first.”

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