President Harry S. Truman

Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States (1945-1953), known for leading the nation during the final months of World War II and the early years of the Cold War. He made key decisions such as ending WWII by approving the use of atomic bombs on Japan, and establishing the Marshall Plan to rebuild Europe. Truman also created NATO to strengthen Western alliances and led efforts to contain communism. His presidency was marked by bold, sometimes controversial choices, emphasizing American strength and global leadership in a turbulent era.