Collection The 2020 White House Christmas Ornament
Every year since 1981, the White House Historical Association has had the privilege of designing the Official White House Christmas Ornament....
Mexican State Dinners: President Truman
- Date of Work
- April 29, 1947
- Medium
- Photo
- Credit
- Harry S. Truman Presidential Library
Mexican State Dinners: President Truman
President Miguel Aleman's visit to the United States began with a parade through Washington, D.C. Accompanied by President Truman, President Aleman holds the key to the City of Washington, presented to him by Commissioner Young. April 29, 1947.
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