I Always made it my business to speak plainly and directly to the people without indulging in high-powered oratory.
Harry S. Truman
The Truman Library’s audio collection includes more than 900 recordings of speeches and remarks of Harry S. Truman, dating from 1934 to 1968.
Highlights
May 8, 1945
Broadcast to the American people announcing the surrender of Germany
September 1, 1945
Radio Address to the American people following the unconditional surrender of Japan
November 19, 1945
Special Message to the Congress Recommending a Comprehensive Health Program
March 12, 1947
Special Message to Congress on Greece and Turkey: The Truman Doctrine
June 29, 1947
Address to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
July 15, 1948
President Truman’s Acceptance Speech, 1948 Democratic Convention
January 20, 1949
President Truman’s Inaugural Address
December 15, 1952
Remarks Dedicating the new shrine at the National Archives for the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights
January 15, 1953
President Truman’s Farewell Address to the American People
1954-1961
National Press Club Luncheon Speeches
April 12,1945 - January 20, 1953
Complete Official Documents of Truman's Presidency
