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Focusing on Harry S. Truman's presidency, this volume explores his significant contributions and pivotal moments in U.S. history. It details his rise from World War I artillery commander to the thirty-third president, highlighting key events like the end of World War II, the atomic bomb decision, the onset of the Cold War, and domestic policies such as the Fair Deal. The narrative is enriched with biographical insights, primary sources, and analytical context, offering a comprehensive view of Truman's leadership and the era's political landscape.

A concise analytical biography of Truman emphasizes his accomplishments as an administrator and foreign policy shaper and his consequent contributions to our concept of the presidency

Recounts significant issues and crises that have influenced the dynamics of American diplomacy from John Jay to Henry Kissinger. Bibliogs