Tthis book covers Truman's decision to drop the atomic bombs, World War II, the start of the cold war with the Soviet Union, the Marshall Plan, the Berlin airlift, the Fair Deal, and the McCarthy hearings. Included in each chapter is a bibliographic essay primary documents pertaining to the topic.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
A common man -- Campaigns and electoral strategies -- Administration policies -- Crises and flashpoints -- Institutional relations -- Retirement.