Mourners had already filled the room when Truman entered, with Bess and Margaret by his side. According to custom, people stood when the president of the United States walked into a room. This time no one did. “I’m sure this modest man did not even notice this discourtesy,” recalled Robert Sherwood, FDR speech writer, who was present. When Mrs. Roosevelt arrived, however, everyone stood. Flowers filled the corners of the room from floor to ceiling, and heat drew beads of sweat from the formally dressed mourners. The service began with “Faith of Our Fathers,” Roosevelt’s favorite hymn, and
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