12 March 1947 March 12, 2015 Author: Staff The Truman Doctrine is proclaimed to help stop the spread of Communism. Famous Words of Inspiration..."It contributes greatly towards a man's moral and intellectual health, to be brought into habits of companionship with individuals unlike himself, who care little for his pursuits, and whose sphere and abilities he must go out of himself to appreciate." Nathaniel Hawthorne — Click here for more from Nathaniel Hawthorne Related posts: 12 March 1947 29 March 1947 7 March 1994 2 November 1947 29 November 1947 5 June 1947 9 January 1947 25 November 1947 2 December 1947 13 November 1947 Categories: History Tags: 12 March, 1947