Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Dwight David Eisenhower
Dwight D. Eisenhower

34th President of the United States
In office
January 20, 1953 – January 20, 1961
Vice President(s)   Richard Nixon
Preceded by Harry S. Truman
Succeeded by John F. Kennedy

Born October 14, 1890
Denison, Texas
Died March 28, 1969
Washington DC
Political party Republican
Spouse Mamie Doud Eisenhower

Dwight David Eisenhower (his nickname was Ike), (October 14, 1890March 28, 1969) was an American soldier and politician. He was known across the world for his help leading the Allied invasions in World War II, and he later became the 34th President of the United States (1953-1961).