President Harry S. Truman Signed Photo – COA JSA

William H. Perkins, Jr. (1921-2009) was an esteemed and well-respected lobbyist, historian, and humanitarian. During his 50-year career,  he amassed one of the largest private collections of presidential and political memorabilia. He was present at the founding of the United Nations. Mr. Perkins had the honor to meet 11 United States Presidents from Franklin D. Roosevelt to Bill Clinton. Presented are items direct from his renowned collection.

Harry S. Truman (May 8, 1884 – December 26, 1972) was the 33rd president of the United States from 1945 to 1953, succeeding upon the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt after serving as vice president. He implemented the Marshall Plan to rebuild the economy of Western Europe and established the Truman Doctrine and NATO.

Formal  President Harry Truman and 1st Lady celebrating his 85th birthday at his home in  Independence, Missouri. Truman signed & inscribed  To Bill Perkins From Harry Truman. The signature was signed in black ballpoint pen and grades 9-10.  Authentication: JSA Full Letter