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Extra security at Blair House after assassination attempt on President Truman

77-1441
Accession Number
77-1441
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
Black & White
Printer-Friendly Version
NAID 348450386
Keywords
Police
Presidential residences
Presidential assassination attempts
HST Keywords
White House - Blair House
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International News Photos

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
Extraordinary measures are being taken to protect President Harry S. Truman after yesterday's suicidal attempt by two Puerto Rican fanatics to shoot their way into Blair House. The guard at the home has been doubled and additional police are patrolling the Pennsylvania Avenue block. This view from across the street shows White House police stationed at strategic vantage points.
Date(s)
November 2, 1950