Ten Famous Generals of World War II Series -- Eisenhower (Volume 1 and 2) (with disc)

Author: Venus #12539;Eli
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: The Top Ten Generals of World War II Series. General of the Army Eisenhower was the highest commander of the Allied forces during World War II. He successfully commanded the Normandy Landing, turning the tide of the European battlefield. After the war, he served as the President of Columbia University and was elected President of the United States for two consecutive terms, becoming the only U.S. president in history to hold military, political, and educational honors. President Nixon called him the "man of war, the man of peace, and the man of the American people."
As history enters the 21st century, we revisit the tragic history of the last century and re-examine Eisenhower's life experiences. This is not only to gain a relatively fair and accurate understanding of this figure and that period of history, but more importantly, to learn from it and strengthen our determination and confidence in upholding peace and stability in the new century. For Eisenhower, while we admire his personal struggles, we also thank history for providing him with the opportunity and stage to showcase his talents!
This book dedicates most of its pages to describing Eisenhower's actions, thoughts, and reflections during World War II, while relatively less is devoted to his post-war experiences. Of course, this does not mean neglecting his post-war life, but rather, the author believes that this approach best highlights Eisenhower's vivid image during World War II.