"You learn by living. It is not the same to read about the war as it is to hear the guns."
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About Bess Truman
Bess Truman was the wife of U.S. President Harry S. Truman and served as the First Lady of the United States from 1945 to 1953. Born in 1885 in Missouri, she was known for her strong sense of independence and her efforts to maintain a private life despite the demands of her husband's political career. Bess was a devoted mother to her daughter Margaret and played a significant role in supporting Truman during his presidency.
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