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Wreath-laying ceremonies at the gravesite of former President Harry S. Truman

2004-361
Accession Number
2004-361
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
HST Keywords
Harry S. Truman Library - Events - Wreath-Laying Ceremonies - May, 1974; Truman, Margaret (Mrs. Daniel) - Ceremonies - Wreath-Laying - Harry S. Truman Library; Truman - Relatives - Truman, J.C.; Truman - Relatives; Truman, Fred
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Description

Two unidentified Army personnel prepare to depart after placing a wreath on the grave of former President Harry S. Truman in the courtyard of the Harry S. Truman Library during Truman Week. On the far left is Rev. Thomas Melton with the Army color guard on his left. Of the honored guests standing at the gravesite who can be identified are (front row) left to right: Virginia Colgan (Mrs. Robert E.) Bruner, Dr. Robert E. Bruner, Audrey (Mrs. Fred) Truman, Fred Truman, Dr. Benedict K. Zobrist, and Mrs. Margaret Truman Daniel. Slightly behind and to the left of Mrs. Daniel are J. C. Truman and John W. Snyder. Also present but not specifically identified are Lt. Gen. Louis Truman, General Cushman, and Rufus Burrus. (See 74-1067 through 1097.) (Original 35-mm negative provided.)

Date(s)
May 8, 1974