Truman Returns to Washington

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People Pictured

Barkley, Alben William, 1877-1956

Truitt, Marian Frances, 1909-1996

Truman, Bess Wallace, 1885-1982

Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972

Truman, Margaret (Mary Margaret), 1924-2008

McGrath, J. Howard (James Howard), 1903-1966

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Description

President Harry S. Truman (seated left, back seat) and Vice President Alben Barkley (seated right, back seat) wave to the crowds and photographers from the motorcade during their return to Washington after the 1948 Presidential election. Seated between them is Democratic National Committee Chairman J. Howard McGrath. Second row, left to right: First Lady Bess W. Truman; Margaret Truman; and Marian (Mrs. Max) Truitt, daughter of Vice President Barkley. All others unidentified.

Date(s)

November 5, 1948

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Truman Returns to Washington