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Patriotics The Buck Stops Here Iconic President Harry Truman Executive Desk Plaque Sign
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Patriotics The Buck Stops Here Iconic President Features
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True to the original iconic design, Brand new in box
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Ideal gift for the busy corporate executive or collector
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Sets the tone for your management style
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Protective felt on bottom to protect your desk or bookcase
About Patriotics The Buck Stops Here Iconic President
The iconic "The Buck Stops Here" desk plaque was proudly displayed on President Harry Truman's desk in his White House office beginning in 1945. The original sign was crafted at the Federal Reformatory in El Reno, Oklahoma. Great gift item that is perfect for the collector or the executive that wants to make a point. The phrase "the buck stops here" has its history in the expression "pass the buck" which denotes passing the responsibility on to someone else. During President Truman's time as President of the United States he often referred to the design in public speeches in order to make it clear that he alone is prepared to make the tough decisions. That is his job as President. The reverse includes the original wording "I'm from Missouri". Very nice wooden desk plaque with with walnut base and sign measuring approximately 13" wide by 2" wide. In its own box ready for gift giving. In an address at the National War College on December 19, 1952 President Truman said, "You know, it's easy for the Monday morning quarterback to say what the coach should have done, after the game is over. But when the decision is up before you -- and on my desk I have a motto which says The Buck Stops Here' -- the decision has to be made."
