Matchbook From Truman's Air Force One The Independence

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This item is a Full Matchbook From Truman's Air Force One The Independence Truman DC-6 PlaneA full book of matches from "The Independence," used as Air Force One during President Truman's administration. This is a very rare matchbook and in fantastic condition.This is a full matchbook, no used, no removed matches, all matches are intactThis was Truman's New DC-6 Plane called "Independence" The Air Force One name was not made official until 1962.In 1947, President Truman got a Douglas DC-6 Liftmaster (VC-118) named Independence after his hometown. Its nose was painted to look like a bald eagle. Its aft fuselage was converted into a stateroom. And the main cabin could seat 24 passengers or could be made up into 12 sleeper berths. This airplane is now housed at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.