Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Commission

Enjoy this construction loop created by one of our staff members! Have a good weekend and stay healthy!! Turn up the volume!

D-DAY, 1944: The Decision That Changed The World

"The tide has turned! The free men of the world are marching together to victory!" Today marks the 74th anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. We remember all those from several nations who served and sacrificed in this Great Crusade of "liberty-loving people everywhere" leading to Allied Victory in Europe in World War II. Learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest and most complex military operation in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. "Ok We'll Go" Learn why Eisenhower's decision to launch D-Day was the "Decision That Changed the World" here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday View images of the Eisenhower Memorial design, which pays tribute to the legacy of D-Day through sculptures resembling troops of the 101st Airborne Division, a bas relief depicting scenes from the Normandy landings, a quotation from Eisenhower's D-Day "Order of the Day," and a transparent stainless steel-woven tapestry portraying an abstract artistic depiction of the cliffs of the Normandy coastline in peacetime to represent the peace Eisenhower won as Supreme Commander and preserved as Commander-in-Chief: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/#memorial/design?p=0 #DDAY #DDAY74 #DDay2018 #Normandy #Normandie #OTD

Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

Sixty years ago #OTD on January 31, 1958, the United States launched its first satellite, Explorer I, into orbit as part of America's contribution to the International Geophysical Year. Besides officially bringing America into the Space Age, Explorer I was equipped with scientific instruments that led to the important discovery of the Van Allen belts. A few months later President Eisenhower authorized the creation of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. By the end of the next decade, the United States became the first (and so far only) country to land a human on the moon when Neil Armstrong took his "giant leap for mankind" in 1969. Learn more about Eisenhower's leadership in the wake of the Soviet launch of Sputnik and his role in the creation of NASA for the peaceful exploration of space through the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment, "Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration" (http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/space_race/585) featuring interviews with the late Senator John Glenn and the first female Space Shuttle pilot and commander, Colonel Eileen Collins.

West Point: A Life in Service to His Country

Today we also celebrate the 242nd birthday of Eisenhower's branch of service, the U.S. Army! We thank all those who serve and have served and remember all those who sacrificed their lives throughout our nation's history to preserve our freedoms. See where Ike's military career began by watching the Pivotal Moment film "West Point: A Life in Service to His Country," featuring an interview with Superintendent of West Point - The U.S. Military Academy, Lt. General Robert L. Caslen. Explore other Pivotal Moment films as well on our website that feature the U.S. Army, particularly the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), such as: D-Day - The Decision that Changed the World: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 Little Rock - The Civil Rights Background: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/little_rock/586 The U.S. Army will also of course be represented throughout the physical memorial, with sculptures of soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division and a sculpture of a military adviser to the President in an Army uniform. #ArmyStrong #ScreamingEagles #IStillLikeIke #Service #Sacrifice #ArmyBDay #USArmy

D-Day: The Decision that Changed the World

"Okay we'll go." Today marks the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Take a few minutes to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Learn why Eisenhower's decision to launch D-Day was the Decision That Changed the World here: https://vimeo.com/67772392 or here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by 2020, the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. #OTD #DDAY #DDAY73 #DDay2017 #Normandy #Normandie #OperationOverlord #Leadership #IStillLikeIke

Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

#OTD in 1958, the United States launched its first satellite, Explorer I, into orbit. A few months later NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration was created. Learn more about Eisenhower's leadership in the wake of the Soviet launch of Sputnik and his role in the creation of NASA, a historic step for American leadership in the Space Age, through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/space_race/585

Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

Got #StarWars fever after seeing #RogueOne? In this galaxy not too long ago, #OTD in 1958, President Eisenhower became the first voice to be transmitted across space when a pre-recorded message from him was broadcast from aboard the world's first communications satellite, Project SCORE. His transmitted message was: "This is the president of the United States speaking. Through the marvels of scientific advance my voice is coming to you from a satellite circling in outer space. My message is a simple one. Through this unique means I convey to you and to all mankind America’s wish for peace on earth and good will toward men everywhere.” The space legacy is strong in Ike. Listen to the recording and learn more about his role in the creation of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/space_race/585 featuring an interview with the late Senator and American hero, John Glenn.

NATO: A Coalition United for Peace

#OTD in 1950, Eisenhower was appointed as the first Supreme Allied Commander Europe - SACEUR of NATO by President Truman following the request of eleven NATO member nations. Under his leadership, a framework was established for the defense of Western Europe from Soviet aggression and the promotion of political integration. Learn more about the precedent set by Eisenhower's command that continues today through the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film "NATO: A Coalition United For Peace," featuring an interview with the 16th SACEUR Admiral James Stavridis here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/nato/584

1952 - Winning the Presidency: Daring All For Our Country

It's #ElectionDay! Take it from Ike: "Bad officials are elected by good voters who do not vote." "The future of this Republic is in the hands of the American voter." "The right to vote has been one of the strongest pillars of a free society." No matter which way you spin it, the message is the same, get out and vote today! Then check out the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film on Eisenhower's own election to President in 1952 here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/winning_the_presidency #ILikeIke #IStillLikeIke

Honoring Ike

Today marks the 100th anniversary of the creation of the National Park Service. To all our colleagues at NPS, we wish you congratulations and best wishes for the next 100! Happy Centennial! Once the National Eisenhower Memorial in Washington, DC is dedicated, it will become one of the newest additions to the National Park System, joining the iconic sites of the National Mall and Memorial Parks. A fitting tribute to the General and President who deserves his place of reverence among the likes of Washington, Lincoln, Jefferson, and both Roosevelts. Preview the first NPS presidential memorial of the 21st century and learn how you can make it a reality with this short video, "Honoring Ike." #NPS100 #FindYourPark #OTD #IStillLikeIke

Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

3...2...1...we have liftoff! #OTD 1958, President Eisenhower signed the National Aeronautics and Space Act establishing NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Almost 11 years later to the day, Neil Armstrong became the first person to step foot on the Moon. Learn more about Eisenhower's role in the development of America's space program and his advocacy for scientific education and research with the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film "Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration," featuring interviews with Senator John Glenn and Colonel Eileen Collins, the first female Shuttle pilot and commander. #FlashbackFriday #NASASocial

Winning the Presidency: Daring All For Our Country

As the Republican National Convention concludes today, take a look back at conventions past to July 11, 1952, when Eisenhower first secured the Republican nomination for President in Chicago. Eisenhower's first presidential campaign is the subject of the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film "Winning the Presidency," where you can watch clips of the convention proceedings just as it was in 1952: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/winning_the_presidency Both conventions that year were the first ones to be nationally televised. After some successful backroom strategy and the decision of the Minnesota delegates to change their votes to fully support him, Eisenhower secured a majority over Ohio Senator Robert Taft moving on to face Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson in the general election. Eisenhower's defeat of Taft signaled a victory for internationalism over the isolationist stances of Taft. Help support the completion of the National Eisenhower Memorial here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/#. You may have seen our Finance Campaign Chairman Senator Bob Dole at the Convention sporting his "I Still Like Ike Button" and urging completion of the National Eisenhower Memorial. #RNC2016 #ILikeIke #IStillLikeIke

D-DAY: The Decision that Changed the World

"Okay we'll go." Today marks the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Take a few minutes to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Learn why Eisenhower's decision to launch D-Day was the Decision That Changed the World here: https://vimeo.com/67772392 or here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by 2020, the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. #OTD #DDAY #DDAY72 #DDay2016 #Normandy #Normandie #OperationOverlord #Leadership

How Did Air Power Help Win the War?

Tomorrow marks the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Take a few minutes on this D-Day eve to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Much of the imagery of D-Day is that of the beach landings, but a crucial element of the invasion's success also came from the establishment of Allied air superiority both in the months leading up to D-Day and on the eve of the invasion when paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division and the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) were dropped behind enemy lines. How Did Air Power Help Win the War? Find out here: https://vimeo.com/67689880 Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by June 6, 2019, the 75th anniversary of D-Day. #DDAY #DDAY72 #DDay2016 #Normandy #Normandie

How Did the Allies Keep D-Day a Secret?

Monday marks the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. As part of our Countdown to D-Day, learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. The success of the Normandy invasion was due in large part to the element of surprise and deception. The location and timing of the D-Day landings was arguably the best-kept secret in the history of warfare, further compounded by the enormity of the invasion. How Did the Allies Keep D-Day a Secret? Find out here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 or here: https://vimeo.com/67689882 Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by June 6, 2019, the 75th anniversary of D-Day. #DDAY #DDAY72 #DDay2016 #Normandy #Normandie #OperationOverlord

How Did Eisenhower Prepare for War?

Day 3 of our Countdown to D-Day. Through the E-Memorial, learn about Eisenhower's command during the Allied invasions of North Africa and Sicily (code-named Operations TORCH and HUSKY), which gave him invaluable experience that he would benefit from in planning the invasion of Normandy. How Did Eisenhower Prepare for War? Find out here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 or here: https://vimeo.com/67689881 Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by June 6, 2019, the 75th anniversary of D-Day. #DDAY #DDAY72 #OperationOverlord #Normandie #Normandy #DDay2016

How Was the Invasion Planned?

Continuing our "Countdown to D-Day," the 72nd anniversary of the invasion of Normandy, learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Such a complex operation involving soldiers of many nations took diligent planning. How was the invasion planned? Learn here or below: https://vimeo.com/67749195 Then visit our website http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ to learn how you can help make the Eisenhower Memorial a reality by June 6, 2019, the 75th anniversary of D-Day. "Plans are worthless, but planning is everything." -Pres. Eisenhower, 1957 #DDAY #DDAY72 #Normandy #Normandie #OperationOverlord #DDAY2016

Why Was Eisenhower Chosen to Lead?

This Monday will mark the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Leading up to June 6, take a few minutes each day with our "Countdown to D-Day" to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial Pivotal Moments. Each day check our page for a short film from the Pivotal Moment "D-Day: The Decision that Changed the World" for a different aspect on the invasion in our "Six to June 6." The story of D-Day begins in part with the selection by the Allied leaders of Eisenhower as the Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force, charged with orchestrating the code-named Operation Overlord. Why Was Eisenhower Chosen to Lead? Find out here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 #DDay #DDay72 #OperationOverlord #Normandie #Normandy #Eisenhower #ILikeIke

Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

"What the world needs today even more than a giant leap into outer space, is a giant step toward peace" - Dwight Eisenhower, 1957 Sound familiar? Eleven years after President Eisenhower created NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration the United States landed a man on the moon and Neil Armstrong famously quipped "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." Learn more about America's leap into space under Eisenhower with the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film "Space Race" featuring John Glenn and Eileen Collins: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/space_race #LeapDay #NASA #Space #LeapYear

Eisenhower Memorial Informational Reel

On this #LeapDay we have a bonus video of the Eisenhower Memorial! Check out this informational reel featuring an interview with memorial designer Frank Gehry, narration from Advisory Committee member Tom Brokaw, and highlights from the E-Memorial Pivotal Moments featuring our Chair Senator Pat Roberts and Advisory Committee members President Bill Clinton General Colin L. Powell plus Dwight Eisenhower's grandson David Eisenhower! Learn more about the Eisenhower Memorial and how you can help the mission at http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/ #ILikeIke #IStillLikeIke #DDAY75

1958, Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration

3...2...1...Houston we have lift off! The Eisenhower Memorial Commission is pleased to announce the launch of the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film, "1958, Space Race: Launching America's Era of Space Exploration" Featuring interviews with Senator John Glenn and Colonel Eileen Collins , USAF (Ret.), the video explores the birth of our nation’s effort to achieve dominance in space and the growing use of satellites for global communication. View the full Pivotal Moment series here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/space_race NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory NASA's Kennedy Space Center NASA's Johnson Space Center NASA History International Space Station National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency - DARPA John Glenn School of Public Affairs NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center #Space #NASA #Eisenhower #JohnGlenn #SpaceRace

1952, Winning the Presidency: Daring All For Our Country

The Eisenhower Memorial Commission is pleased to announce the launch of the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film, "1952, Winning the Presidency: Daring All for Our Country" Featuring an interview with David Eisenhower, Ike’s grandson, the video examines Eisenhower’s landslide victory in winning the Presidency and his leadership during one of the most challenging eras of our nation’s history. The film is narrated by Tom Brokaw. View the full Pivotal Moment series here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/winning_the_presidency

Today marks the 71st anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Take a few minutes to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. "Ok Let's Go" Learn why Eisenhower's decision to launch D-Day was the Decision That Changed the World here: https://vimeo.com/67772392 #DDAY #DDAY71 #DDay2015 #Normandy #Normandie #CountdowntoDDay

Tomorrow marks the 71st anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Leading up to June 6, take a few minutes on this D-Day eve to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Much of the imagery of D-Day is that of the beach landings, but a crucial element of the invasion's success also came from the establishment of Allied air superiority both in the months leading up to D-Day and on the eve of the invasion when paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division and the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) were dropped behind enemy lines. How Did Air Power Help Win the War? Find out here: https://vimeo.com/67689880 #DDAY #DDAY71 #DDay2015 #Normandy #Normandie #CountdowntoDDay

Tomorrow marks the 71st anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Leading up to June 6, take a few minutes on this D-Day eve to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. The success of the Normandy invasion was due in large part to the element of surprise and deception.The location and timing of the D-Day landings was arguably the best-kept secret in the history of warfare further compounded by the enormity of the invasion. How Did the Allies Keep D-Day a Secret? Find out here: https://vimeo.com/67689882 #CountdowntoDDay #DDAY #DDAY71 #DDay2015 #Normandy #Normandie #DDayOverlord

This Saturday marks the 71st anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Leading up to June 6, take a few minutes on day 3 of #CountdowntoDDay to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. Such a complex operation involving soldiers of many nations took diligent planning. How was the invasion planned? Learn here: https://vimeo.com/67749195 "Plans are worthless, but planning is everything." -Pres. Eisenhower, 1957 #DDAY #DDAY71 #Normandy #Normandie #DDayOverlord #DDAY2015

Continuing the #CountdowntoDDay this week, through another E-Memorial Commemorative Legacy Story, learn about Eisenhower's command during the Allied invasions of North Africa and Sicily (code-named Operations TORCH and HUSKY), which gave him invaluable experience that he would benefit from in planning the invasion of Normandy. How Did Eisenhower Prepare for War? Find out here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 or here: https://vimeo.com/67689881 #DDAY #DDAY71 #DDayOverlord #Normandie #Normandy

This Saturday marks the 71st anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy. Leading up to June 6, take a few minutes each day to learn about Eisenhower's role in the planning and execution of the largest amphibious assault in history through the Eisenhower Memorial E-Memorial. The story of D-Day begins in part with the selection, by the Allied Powers, of Eisenhower as the Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force, charged with orchestrating the code-named Operation Overlord. Why Was Eisenhower Chosen to Lead? Find out here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 #DDay #DDay71 #DDayOverlord #Normandie #Normandy

And the winner of our IKE legacy bracket tournament is D-DAY! Thanks to your votes, you have selected Eisenhower's planning and execution of D-Day as the most pivotal moment to his legacy beating out Eisenhower's decision to send federal troops to enforce desegregation of the Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas in the Final. You can learn more about D-Day in the Pivotal Moments of the E-Memorial on our website here: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/dday/206 Thank you all for playing along the last few weeks!

One of the Final Four moments of our IKE Legacy Bracket is Eisenhower's Handling of the Little Rock Crisis, in which Eisenhower enforced the desegregation of the Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas by sending troops of the 101st Airborne Division. You can view the E-Memorial Pivotal Moment film, which features a reflective interview with President Bill Clinton on our website to learn more about this seminal moment of Eisenhower's legacy: http://eisenhowermemorial.gov/experience/#/littlerock/586 And don't forget to vote in our IKE Legacy Bracket Final Four for the moments you deem the most important to Ike's legacy: http://ow.ly/LpDn9