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EISENHOWER

Throughout his career, Dwight D. Eisenhower made well thought out decisions and stuck with them, earning the respect of fellow officers, senior commanders, and the general public as President.

Eisenhower Park is mostly a quite place to camp with adequate space in-between camp grounds for privacy with electricity and running water on ground. For a cheaper rate you can get a site without electricity.

From the time Truman first took office to when Eisenhower (IKE) left, Communism was spreading to all parts of the world. The force of Communism was so strong that it was hard to stop. In fact, it was impossible.

IKE Sailors reach out to the community of Portsmouth, Virginia and mass volunteer for organizations that benefit the community as a whole.

Granddaughter of "Ike" takes a turn from her family tree.

Starting with Kennedy, Presidency was a theatrical farce here fit more for Hollywood than for the White House- be it Republican or Democrat. The situation will continue even after 2008 considering the caliber of the present presidential candidates.

You will enjoy all the time that you spend there.

Plentiful, reasonably priced and nicely designed, these coins are worth consideration for collecting.

An overview of the 1956 presidential election and the circumstances at home and abroad leading to Dwight Eisenhower's victory.

The American people still like war heroes as Presidential possibilities--especially if they're Generals. For Gen. David Petraeus, it's very possible he'll be courted by both Democrats and Republicans someday as it happened with Dwight Eisenhower in 1952...

1952's "I Like Ike" campaign was unquestionably the only successful political draft campaign ever. The process that went on beforehand, though, to draft Dwight D. Eisenhower came close to kidnapping and being forced to capitulate--and could have happened to Barack Obama...

On July 29, 1958, President Eisenhower signed National Air and Space Act, establishing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as a civilian agency in response to the challenge of the Soviet launch of Sputnik nearly a year before.

We went on the Internet and found so many hotels. I decided on the Best Western Central Inn, 45 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah. The reason I chose it was, with the name" Central," I thought it would be central to everything.

Television advertising has been an important part of the presidential election process since the 1952 race where Dwight Eisenhower defeated Adlai Stevenson.

A comparison between the Republican Party of the 1950s and the Republican Party of today.

"Operation Wetback" is the perfect example of "good intentions gone bad."

Half a century ago, President Eisenhower proclaimed the "Thanksgiving Day"the day when all the Americans should celebrate the richness and beauty of their land, the ideals of freedom, justice and hope that should be the lifeblood of the nation.

Following in the footsteps of such prominent Republicans as Colin Powell, Christopher Buckley and Susan Eisenhower, John McCain has officially announced that he is throwing his support to Democratic candidate Barack Obama.

If Barack Obama is a Marxist, so are many others. George W. Bush and John McCain, for starters.

Even in 1952, Adlai Stevensen was attacking Eisenhower for changing his view on a number of issues. Flip-flopping was a major issue for the Kerry campaign in 2004, and will be for sometime to come.

A brief review of the 1952 presidential election, in which Dwight Eisenhower was victorious of Adlai Stevenson.

This is the story of Ike and Mamie Eisenhower at their farm in Gettysburg

Opinion and information about Operation Wetback, an Eisenhower-era deportation program.

Eisenhower Park is fitting for a 9/11 memorial and Long Islanders now have a place to rest their sorrows and find some peace. Although the memorial has only been open a short time, thousands have come to pay their respects to loved ones and responders.

Located in central Kansas, Abilene is known as the childhood home of Dwight D. Eisenhower and the end of the Chisolm Trail. Visit Abilene and see the historic sites.

It has been over half a century since a man as bald as Giuliani or Thompson got elected President. Is America ready for its first elected bald-headed President since Eisenhower?

A discussion of Presidential pets owned by Eisenhower all the way back to George Washington.

the fight for global justice everywhere becomes meaningless unless it is linked with the total disjuncture of global greed-be it at the multilateral level or the governmental one anywhere

All the President's Men presents an in-depth look at the Watergate scandal of 1972 through the eyes of two young reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. But by exposing the truth of the Nixon administration, the film also conveys a political message.

While built upon a foundation of racism, the Segregation-era South viewed the holocaust much in the same way the rest of the world did. It was a harbinger of what was to come.

Skowrenek proposed an alternative model to thinking about presidential leadership. In his model, presidencies can be characterized in terms of political "regimes" that are driven by both ideology as well as the historical context.

There's a story just below radar that's poised to explode onto front pages all over America: the NAFTA Superhighway. And it should scare the hell out of everyone.

More information on specific issues in the evolving confrontation between the UN and Iran.

In a metropolis like Los Angeles, burger joints abound. Here are the end-all, be-all, top-three hamburger stands in the L.A. area.

"Background" Information on the evolving issue of the Iranian nuclear program.

Fidel Castro has been in power in Cuba for a near half century, outlasting nine American presidents. As he nears 80 years old this month, the future of Cuba remains a question.

In this article I will be discussing Coca-Cola, the world famous brand. I will be looking at the company and their advertising campaign. From the 1900's to present day.

Illegal immigration poses a mortal threat to America. While Congress is paralyzed on this issue, the problem will only get worse.

Think this out.....it can be frightening

Visit a historic church, two homes that have been converted to businesses accessable to the public, Palm Cottage Gardens, Florida's oldest remaining botanical garden, and Camp Ithiel, a German POW camp during World War 2.

Harmon Killebrew hit the ball long and far, piling up home runs along the way to Cooperstown. This article details the career of the great Twins' strong man.

There are only a handful of credit unions out there requiring nothing more than a residence or job - of any sort - within a particular part of the Chicago or Chicagoland.

Two scholars have competing theories to the Office of the Presidency. Friedenberg in his book "Sold to the Highest Bidder" argues that money plays a large role in the presidency and that democracy is undermined as a result.

Hitler's rapid takeover and domination of the European continent early in the war made it difficult for the Allies to even get to the Germans. How then did the war end in Allied victory?

Many elementary, grade school and high school text books do not include the contributions of African-American soldiers and leaders of World War II. Allow me to tell you about a few of them.

During the Cold War, America and the Soviet Union never fought each other directly, instead engaging each other through war in other countries. Anti-communist sentiments spread in America and America entered a long lasting bitter rivalry

There are some absolutely amazing hotels in Palm Springs, California. I review the top three of these hotels for potenital guests consideration.

Holden Caulfied, the protagonist of Catcher in the Rye, has long been an icon of 50s rebellion and noncomformity. How strange, since a close reading of the text reveals a character who longs for a return to a less progressive time than even that decade.

Gettysburg, PA is a small town that played a very important role in American history. Today visitors can go back in time and savor the history while also enjoying all the area attractions.

The fiasco that is the Susan B. Anthony dollar may soon be seeing it's demise. This coin is good to have around as a collectable but not even because it's valuable. Let's see why.

La Crisis de los M�siles en Cuba afectaba profundamente las relaciones entre los Estados Unidos y los pa�ses de América Latina durante el resto del Guerra Fr�a. Los EU soportaba la mayor�a de los gobiernos en oposición de los comunistas a cualquier costo.

Those coming into Massachusetts from Interstate 84 and going onto the 138-mile long Massachusetts Turnpike towards Boston first see the Charlton East service plaza, one of many plazas for something for everyone.

How would DeToqueville react if he were set loose in today's America- a comparison between his 19th century views and what he might conclude today

Could it be that we Americans are losing our humanity to the doctrine of war at all costs? How do we so easily write off the consequences of war? Can we regain our humanity?

In the upcoming election most independents do not have an acceptable candidate in either Major Party! The reason: both Parties today are defined by their most extreme factions - and, at their cores, they are both the philosophically same.

Celebrating the holidays in Gettysburg, PA will be wonderful. You will learn a lot about our country while you celebrate the season.

A look at the history and current involvement of the factions that separate and unite Lebanon as a single democratic entity

A review and commentary on Bruce Catton's book

This piece illustrates the urgency of one American searching for a way out of Iraq. In most cases timetables and war don't mix, but the current U.S. situation in Iraq may be an exception.

Bestselling author Jeff Shaara has won critical and popular acclaim for his page-turning historical novels. He now turns his attention to the Second World War.

An Army is an extremely huge military formation

Plates were first introduced for eating purposes. But as the years pass people began using plates for decorative purposes. This is how commemortative plates began.

A look at the man who founded Hallmark Cards

Maryland's Governor and Baltimore's Mayor turn the tables during the debate.

The music of Billy Joel is timeless, and he seems to have written a song for every mood, every setting, and every situation. Here are the top ten songs by Billy Joel.

There are more vehicles on the road today than ever before...and the dangers on America's highways have grown substantially. Do YOU know what to do?

Highlighting the development of the "Land Plane" capable of operating airport to airport, as opposed to the familiar Flying Boats of the time. The onset of World War II and the contribution of the
Civil Airliner/Transport to the effort.

America is electrified by the the 50th anniversary of interstate highways. Seriously, it's all anyone can talk about.

While often ignored by tourists coming to Chicago, Oak Park is a place of history and diversity well worth seeing.

This article explores 10 popular myths in today's culture of easy access to information and susceptibility to word-of-mouth.

Truck drivers are a unique group of people and here are some very unique gifts available for the truck driver in your life so you can make the road seem a little less lonely.

The story of a single type of airplane, that singlehandedly wrote aviation history. After seventy years, the DC-3 is still around.

This lesson will look directly at specific battles that occurred as the Allies took back the land the Axis Powers had taken at the beginning of the war.

Legendary comedienne Lucille Ball and her wildly popular television program were not only hilarious entertainment, but also a breakthrough for future comediennes like Carol Burnett, proving they were just as funny as their male peers.

If it weren't for Kiana Tom, I might have went through my entire life as a couch potato. About 17 years ago, I saw this Hawaiian beauty, and she inspired me to beginning working out too, leading to a weight loss success of 25 pounds.

A look at Martin Luther King's development as a civil rights leader and the portrayal of King in David Garrow's book, Bearing the Cross.

Why We Fight is a balanced, thought-provoking documentary that encourages serious debate about the county's actions and directions. Certain to be one of the best of 2006.

A detailed outline of the history of the American political party, including details on each era of political party and why parties have come to exist.

Prostate cancer patients now have a new treatment option which involves a shorter period of time and has fewer side effects.

Perhaps one of the most disappointing war epics of the 1960s is French director Rene Clement's 1966 adaptation of Is Paris Burning?, a book about the liberation of the French capital in August of 1944.

The Second World War inspired many epic films that recreate major battles with some degree of accuracy. Battle of the Bulge isn't one of them.

An assortment of outlines and lectures on the Gilded Age and the 1970s for college level history courses.

The 1950s are seen as a time of conformity and repression. But that decade was simply a ticking bomb that had been set ten years earlier and would violently explode in the 60s.

this is about the Korean war and how it became a product of the cold war. it also states the similarities and difference btwn the Vietnam war.

The Congressional Gold Medal of Honor is considered the United States Congress equivalent to the Presidential Medal of Freedom

This article examines the history of African Americans post WWII. The month of February is Black History Month, so it is important to study up on the history of African Americans in the United States. Here is some REAL history.

This is an alternative history speculating what would happen following a German victory over Russia in World War II.

Aurora Colorado Golf Courses are some of the best public golf courses in the country. With the variety of traditional, urban, link, and executive layouts, there is something for every golfer in Aurora, Colorado.

A discussion of the essay White,
Written by Richard Dyer
From The Matter of Images:
Essays on Representation

The USS Arizona Battleship sits at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, a visible reminder of those who gave their lives on the day Pearl Harbor Naval Base was attacked by the Japanese, provoking the United States of America into World War II

Each September the Kennedy Center holds an open house open to the public at large. Visitors have an opportunity to attend free musical (and other types of) performances all day long. The programming previews what's on the calendar for the new season.

Much has been written about the conflict of World War II, which many see as a battle against good versus evil. Most of it has been written about the soldiers who fought and died, but there were other brave individuals whose stories need to be told.

This article points out the lack of literature on the political history of Texas since the New Deal of the 1930s. Historians have yet to fill in the gaps in our understanding of the political evolution of Texas.