President Truman delivers Truman Doctrine speech before Congress.

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Title

President Truman delivers Truman Doctrine speech before Congress.

Subject

Foreign aid; Presidential messages; Presidents; Speeches, addresses, etc.; Truman Doctrine

Description

President Harry S. Truman addressing a joint session of Congress asking for $400 million in aid to Greece and Turkey. This speech became known as the "Truman Doctrine" speech.

Source

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

Date

March 12, 1947

Rights

Public Domain

Citation

“President Truman delivers Truman Doctrine speech before Congress.,” Digital Exhibits, accessed December 22, 2024, http://digitalexhibits.wsulibs.wsu.edu/items/show/8011.