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October 18, 1998

Truman in W.W.I

On March 30, 1918, Harry sailed to France. He was a captain of Battery D. It was called Dizzy D. He was a good leader and fought in the battles of Saint-Mihiel and Argonne. He was promoted to a major. Harry came home in April of 1919 and married Bess.

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By James and Robin
Paxton School, Platte County, Missouri


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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.

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