First Truman Press Conf. the Day After He First Arrived for the Convention
Identifier
F.2012-03-1114
Date Of Production
1956
Abstract
Harry Truman attends a press conference for the 1956 Democratic National Convention.
Description
Former U.S. President Harry S. Truman attends a press conference at the Sheraton Blackstone Hotel directly preceding the Democratic National Convention held in Chicago from August 13-17, 1956. The tone of the press conference is rather lighthearted, and there is some banter between President Truman and all attending press members.
Run Time
2 min 3 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
75 feet
Color
B&W
Sound
Optical
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Negatives
Genre
Form
Subject
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Related Places
Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Truman, Harry S. (is participant)
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