Collection President Truman's Renovation
During the administration of President Harry S. Truman, the White House underwent a renovation and expansion so extensive, it changed...
Press Briefing Room
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- National Archives, The White House
Press Briefing Room
A view of the indoor swimming pool in the West Terrace in 1952 (left) and the press briefing room built over the pool as it appeared in 1974. (right)
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