Oral history interview with Thomas P. Richter
Williams J. Oral history interview with Thomas P. Richter
Thomas P. Richter served as the ranger in charge when the Truman home was transferred to the National Park Service and was the site’s first chief ranger. He remained at the site until October 1987, when he moved to an appointment in St. Louis. As chief ranger, Richter was instrumental in developing the interpretive and administrative processes which continue to be utilized by the rangers today. Richter provides an in-depth understanding of the problems and their solutions encountered by the rangers in opening the Truman home to visitors. He also gives detailed description of park, regional office, library, and Independence city employees involved in the process.