Margaret Truman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 17, 1924 |
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| Died | January 29, 2008 (age 83) |
| Birthplace | Independence, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Margaret Truman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Daughter of President Harry S. Truman, operatic soprano, and author, especially of the Capital Crimes series of mystery novels. |
Intro
Margaret Truman was an American singer, writer, and the daughter of U.S. President Harry S. Truman and First Lady Bess Truman. She achieved recognition as a classical soprano before turning to a prolific career as an author, particularly known for her mystery novels.
Early Life & Background
Margaret Truman was born in 1924 in Independence, Missouri, the only child of Harry S. Truman, who would become the 33rd President of the United States, and Bess Truman. She attended George Washington University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in history in 1946.
Career Highlights
- Pursued a career as a classical soprano singer in the late 1940s and early 1950s, performing with major orchestras.
- Author of over 25 books, including the popular 'Capital Crimes' series of mystery novels.
- Published biographies and non-fiction works, including a biography of her father and 'First Ladies: An Intimate Group Portrait of White House Wives.'
Trivia
- Her debut as a singer led to both praise and criticism, often influenced by her father's presidency.
- After her father's presidency, she became a respected author.
- She was married to New York Times reporter Clifton Daniel, with whom she had four sons.
FAQs
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Margaret Truman was born the 17 February 1924.
Independence, Missouri, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 17th, 1924, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 17th, 1924 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Linger Awhile by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont
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