Dwight D. Eisenhower

https://www.nps.gov/ddem/index.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dwight_D._Eisenhower_Memorial The Dwight D. Eisenhower presidential memorial in Washington, D.C. is honoring Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe during World War II and the 34th President of the United States. Located to the south of the National Mall, the national memorial is set in a park-like plaza, with large columns framing a mesh tapestry depicting the site of the Normandy landings, and sculptures and bas-reliefs arrayed in the park. Architect Frank Gehry designed the memorial and Sergey Eylanbekov sculpted the bronze statues of Eisenhower in various settings. The memorial's tapestry artist was Tomas Osinski, and the inscription artist, Nicholas Waite Benson. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial tells the story of one of America's greatest leaders of the 20th century. GPS Coordinates: 38.887318, -77.018541 GPS Navigation: 540 Independence Ave SW Nearest Intersection: 6th St NW and Independence Ave SW Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Entrance Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Entrance Entrance to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial President Eisenhower Memorial Night Shot President Eisenhower Memorial Night Shot Evening shot of the Eisenhower Memorial Tapestry in the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Tapestry in the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Closeup of Tapestry in the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial President Eisenhower Statue President Eisenhower Statue Close up of President Eisenhower Statue Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Wide shot Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Wide shot Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Wide shot General Eisenhower Statue General Eisenhower Statue Close up of the General Eisenhower Statue The 1956 Presidential Election The 1956 presidential campaign, Eisenhower's bid for reelection involved a second term president facing a rematch of his earlier opponent, several foreign policy crises, and questions about the president's health. President Eisenhower cheers with his arms over his head. Secret Service Protection at the Eisenhower Farm Throughout Dwight D. Eisenhower's presidency, the Secret Service was a regular fixture at his personal residence and farm in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Once he retired, the Secret Service left, as former presidents at the time were not given lifetime protection. President Kennedy's assassination in 1963 changed Secret Service protection for presidents and former presidents forever. a farm lane with its gates open and a staffed guard booth on the left side. National Park Getaway: Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th president of the United States, was one of the 20th century’s most influential figures. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial, the newest in the nation’s capital, pays tribute to this remarkable historic figure with heroic-sized bronze sculptures, stone bas reliefs, and quotations from his most famous speeches and addresses. Volunteer talking to a visitor in a memorial plaza Leaders in Coins: Eisenhower and Anthony How important are individuals in the work for change? How do leaders set the stage for the next generation? Ranger Lorne looks at coins from the United States Mint to investigate the common leadership characteristics between woman suffrage leader Susan B. Anthony and President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Eisenhower and Anthony coins with Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument arrowhead logo Plan Like a Park Ranger: Top 10 Tips for Visiting the National Mall Memorial Day weekend usually marks the beginning of the summer travel season. Across the country, friends, families, and individuals will head out to enjoy adventures and make memories. Of course, national parks - including the National Mall - are popular destinations. To help you #PlanLikeAParkRanger, we're offering our Top 10 tips to help you on your next National Mall visit. Text reading Sea Level Rise in the DC Area Learn about current and projected rates of sea level rise in the greater DC area, based on local water level data collected by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) A tall white cylinder attached to a wooden pier with Hains Point in the background. Eisenhower's Military Career Outside of WWI and WWII While best known for his service during World War II, Dwight Eisenhower had a lengthy military career outside of the First and Second World Wars. His many postings and positions enabled his development as a leader, ultimately helping him become a five-star general and future president. Black and white image of Major Dwight Eisenhower in uniform Christmas with the Eisenhowers Christmas was a very special time of year for Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. Explore stories of the Eisenhower family's holiday traditions, including a special virtual tour of the Eisenhower home decorated for the Christmas holiday. A black and white image of the Eisenhower family around a Christmas tree Reading the Man: Dwight Eisenhower's Love of Books Dwight Eisenhower was a man of many interests, passions, and hobbies. He had a well-publicized love of golf, a deep affinity for painting, and was quite the card player as well. While these passions emerged in Eisenhower’s adulthood, there is one interest he maintained as a hobby from his early boyhood until his final days: reading. This article explores Eisenhower's love of books and his personal library in his Gettysburg home. Color image of General Eisenhower's desk with a bookcase in the background President Eisenhower and Civil Rights A brief overview of President Eisenhower and his administration's role in the Civil Rights movement of the 1950s. a black and white image of President Eisenhower surrounded by reporters.