Truman Biography

Author: Song Changkun
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: "The 20th Century's Military and Political Giants: 100 Biographies" is on the "Time" magazine's annual Power List. It reveals the secrets of the rise of military and political giants, analyzes their extraordinary strategies, and exposes their scandalous affairs, thereby providing an in-depth commentary on the causes and consequences of their success and failure. It is truly a classic teaching material for contemporary officials and politicians, and the shortcut to mastering power. Truman was born in Missouri in 1884, the son of a livestock dealer. After graduating from high school, due to financial difficulties at home, he couldn't go to college. He worked as a timekeeper on a railroad, as an accountant in a bank, and did farm work on his family's farm for over 10 years. Like most Americans of that time, Truman was determined to make a fortune in business. He once partnered with others to run mining companies, oil companies, clothing stores, and other businesses, but all ended in failure. With his finances depleted and burdened by debt, Truman had no choice but to pursue a career in politics.