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Welcome to the Center of the World---Independence, Missouri!
Transcript
"Well, it's good to be back home, in what I call the center of the world...Independence, Missouri. I am more than happy to be here, and to stay here the rest of my life. I hope I won't cause you much trouble while I am here!"
Descriptive Transcript
A short black and white film shows former President Harry S Truman, then in his late 70s, in suit and tie on the front porch of his home. He is speaking to a camera just below him. At the end of the clip he enters the front door.
Description
This is a film outtake from a television series former President Harry S Truman was part of in his retirement years. He beams proudly of his adopted hometown, Independence, Missouri. He was proud to be a Missourian, born in Lamar, lived in Grandview, Kansas City, and Independence. All these places had deep meaning for him. Come to Jackson County, Missouri, and you'll find out why Truman was so proud to call this place home.
Duration
55.856 seconds
Credit
National Archives/ Truman Library/ Screen Gems Collection
Date Created
09/06/2024
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