Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum

January 4, 1999

INITIATIVE

Truman showed initiative by deciding to drop the atomic bomb on Japan to end World War II. Sometimes a great deal of bravery goes along with initiative.

Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb (study collection)


A photo of the first successful atomic bomb test

Kody and Steve
Greenwood Elementary
Greenwood, MO


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The Harry S. Truman Library and Museum is one of thirteen Presidential Libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration.

500 W. US Hwy. 24. Independence MO 64050
truman.library@nara.gov
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Phone: 816-268-8200 or 1-800-833-1225;
Fax: 816-268-8295.

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