Truman (1997)
• October 5th, 1997 • 4h 20min
Documentary
Overview
He was a farmer, a businessman, an unknown politician who suddenly found himself president. Of all the men who had held the highest office, Harry Truman was the least prepared, but would prove to be a surprise.
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