Introduction

The digital collections of the Library of Congress contain a variety of material associated with Dwight D. Eisenhower. One of America's greatest military generals, Eisenhower served as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces during World War II, commanding allied troops during the D-Day invasion. In 1952, he was elected the thirty-fourth president of the United States (1953-61) on the Republican ticket, serving two terms in office.

This resource guide compiles links to digital materials related to Eisenhower such as manuscripts, government documents, newspaper articles, films, and images that are available throughout the Library of Congress website. In addition, it provides links to external websites focusing on Eisenhower and a bibliography containing selected works for both a general audience and younger readers.

General Dwight D. Eisenhower gives the order of the day, "Full victory--nothing else" to paratroopers somewhere in England, just before they board their airplanes.... 1944. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division.

Fabian Bachrach, photographer. [Dwight D. Eisenhower, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing slightly left]. 1952. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division.

Vote for peace, vote for prosperity, vote for Ike. 1952. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division.

Don't join the book burners ... Dwight David Eisenhower. Hanover, N. H. Dartmouth College. 1953.. Printed Ephemera Collection. Library of Congress Rare Book and Special Collections Division.

Warren K. Leffler, photographer. [African American civil rights leaders meet with President Dwight D. Eisenhower and his staff at the White House]. 1958. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.

Charlotte Brooks, photographer. [Presidential candidate Dwight Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie Eisenhower, seated at a campaign event]. 1952. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.

Dwight D. Eisenhower: A Resource Guide

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