GAMES TABLE FROM U.S.S.. WILLIAMSBURG, HARRY TRUMAN'S PRESIDENTIAL YACHT, AT WHICH WINSTON CHURCHILL AND OTHER WORLD LEADERS PLAYED POKER.Yacht launched on Nov. 8, 1945. Table constructed with bisected circular top having green composition playing surface, separates to accommodate mahogany leaves; metal-edged trim, faceted metal pedestal base with bolts to secure to ships deck. Seats 10 when fully extended. H: 31 in. Top, fully extended, L: 92 in. W: 32 in.
Used by Truman to sign international agreements and resolutions as well as for playing poker.
Accompanied by various letters, press photographs of political notables on shipboard, and other information regarding the U.s.s.. Detailed provenance available to purchaser.
