Dwight D. Eisenhower

By Elaine Marie Alphin and Arthur B. Alphin

Book Overview

Dwight D. Eisenhower spent almost his entire lifetime serving his country. After attending West Point, he began a celebrated military career highlighted by becoming supreme commander of the European Allied forces during World War II, and a five star general. Following the war, his popularity soared. He commanded NATO forces before being easily elected as Americas 34th president. During his eight-year presidency, Eisenhower became the first American president to send U.S. troops into Vietnam as advisers, began the space race, and dealt with ever-increasing civil rights issues. Through it all, Eisenhowers reputation for being patriotic and trustworthy ensured that he would be remembered as one of historys most popular leaders.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 082251544X
• ISBN13: 9780822515449
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Lerner Publications
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4