Harry Truman
Harry Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from 1945 to 1953. He is best known for making the decision to use atomic bombs on Japan during World War II, which contributed to the end of the war but also initiated the nuclear age. Truman's presidency was marked by significant events including the beginning of the Cold War and the establishment of NATO. His leadership style was characterized by decisiveness and a commitment to civil rights.
Born on May 08, 1884 (141 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.00 | 0.14% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 13,610 | $700,000 | 1,101$ |
| Romania | 2 | 5.50 | 0.12% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 22,646 | $250,000 | 294$ |
| Sweden | 2 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 11,847 | $530,000 | 622$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,682 | $56,000 | 45$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 26,838 | $450,000 | 267$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 77,533 | $280,000 | 98$ |
| Taiwan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 24,553 | $670,000 | 691$ |
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 104,781 | $21,000,000 | 6,648$ |
| Canada | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 23,843 | $1,700,000 | 1,066$ |
| Totals | 12 | 698,983,285 | 307,333 | $25,636,000 | 10,832$ |
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Sweden:
Harry Truman was the president of the USA during the time when the question of a Jewish state was not obvious at first.
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United States:
President Harry Truman announced that the United States would accelerate the atomic energy program in 1950.
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Sweden:
Harry Truman is referenced as the president who last renovated the White House in 1952.
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Canada:
Harry Truman was known for his respect towards Canada.
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Romania:
Harry Truman was the American president who decided to drop atomic bombs on Japan to end the war.
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Argentina:
He replaced the deceased Roosevelt and represented the United States at the Potsdam Conference.
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Taiwan:
Harry Truman was a former US president who led a military response to North Korea's aggression.
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Romania:
President Harry Truman informed Soviet leader Joseph Stalin about the United States' new atomic weapon during the Potsdam Conference.
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Switzerland:
Harry Truman was the first President to use an autopen for signing documents.
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Pakistan:
Harry Truman was the President of the United States during Liaquat Ali Khan's visit in 1950.
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