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This biography traces the life and political career of the statesman from Missouri who became President of the United States following the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1945.
Quick Summary
From a humble Missouri farm boy to the leader who had to decide whether to use the most powerful weapon ever created, Harry Truman's story is full of unexpected turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Kids will devour the pages as they follow Truman through the chaos of suddenly becoming president during wartime, his bold decisions to desegregate the military and fire General MacArthur, and his famous "the buck stops here" attitude against powerful political bosses. If your kid loves action-packed true stories about underdogs who became heroes, they will tear through this biography just Like the Willow Tree: The Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Young Girl: The Definitive Edition of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition Lydia Amelia Piercey do with the "Who Was?" series. This book is perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8, especially those around ages 9 to 12 who are ready for real history that reads like a thrilling movie.