On 5 July 1953, Churchill showed Field Marshal Montgomery and his doctor Lord Moran what he thought was his best telegram. It was sent to U.S. President Harry Truman on 12 May 1945. It may be read in full in The Churchill Documents, vol. 21 (Hillsdale College Press, 2021), 1389-90. This was also the first time Churchill used the phrase “Iron Curtain”—an expression that dates at least as far back as Martin Luther in 1521. The post Churchill Quotations: The Best Telegram He Ever Sent a...| The Churchill Project – Hillsdale College
Today’s post is from Tammy K. Williams, archivist & social media manager at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum. Presidential transitions happen on a regular schedule afte…| Pieces of History
As we look forward to the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation in 2026, we’re looking back at the 175th anniversary celebration in 1951. For more information on July 4 and the National Archives…| Pieces of History
