1954 Communist forces win decisive victory over French at Dien Bien Phu. Geneva Accords divide Vietnam. Southeast Asia Treaty Organization is formed. President Dwight D. Eisenhower offers aid to South Vietnam. 1955 One Million Vietnamese . . . — — Map (db m106032) HM WM
On this site at 1755 St. Charles Avenue in May 1941, Andrew Jackson Higgins and Higgins Industries Inc. designed and produced America’s first successful tank landing craft. Here Higgins produced his shallow draft "Eureka" work boats, which evolved . . . — — Map (db m54114) HM
On this site between August 1941 and August 1945, the City Park Plant of Higgins Industries, Incorporated mass produced more than 12,000 landing craft and approximately 200 PT boats for the Allied Forces. The Higgins landing boats revolutionized . . . — — Map (db m87552) HM
Plans for the D-Day Invasion in World War II were developed by Generals Dwight Eisenhower, Omar Bradley and George Patton. Preparations for the invasion involved six camps located in central Louisiana. This work resulted in the eventual . . . — — Map (db m124341) HM
In 1940 Lt. Gen. Stanley D. Embrick of the U.S. Army Fourth Corps Area, Atlanta, Ga., selected central Louisiana as site of training maneuvers to prepare American forces for possible involvement in war in Europe. Louisiana's 1941 maneuvers were the . . . — — Map (db m38321) HM
In honor of All citizens of Tensas Parish Who have served in the Armed Forces of their Country Whether in war or in Peace.We must be ready to dare all for our country. For history does not long entrust the care of Freedom to the weak or the . . . — — Map (db m137185) WM
The United States Army GHQ (General Headquarters) Maneuvers of 1941, were the largest training exercises ever conducted by the U.S. Army. From the maneuvers, the U.S. learned valuable lessons in military strategy which would help it succeed in W.W. . . . — — Map (db m38333) HM
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Hannaford Bros. Co.: The supermarket chain was founded in 1883 to sell the vegetables and fruits grown on a farm in Cape Elizabeth.
Farming: Cape Elizabeth-grown cabbage was considered the best in the state, bringing $10 a . . . — — Map (db m50384) HM
With the signing of the armistice ending World War I, the overseas orders of Dwight David Eisenhower were canceled. Instead, he was transferred from Command of Camp Colt, the Army's Tank Training Center in Gettysburg, PA, to Camp Meade, Maryland. . . . — — Map (db m19655) HM
When Great Britain introduced tank warfare to the battlefields of World War I, the face of battle changed forever. By providing support to infantry attacks, the usefulness of tanks was proven. For this reason, on January 26, 1918, Brigadier General . . . — — Map (db m19703) HM
This plaque presented by
The Class of 1958
as a memorial to their commencement
June tenth
in which there participated
Dwight David Eisenhower
President of the United States
and
Harold MacMillan
Prime Minister of Great . . . — — Map (db m166971) HM
A monument to the golden era of rail travel, the Mount Royal Station enjoys a special place in the history of Baltimore and the nation—the home of the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad and birthplace of American railroading. The history of the B&O . . . — — Map (db m208442) HM
On the evening of March 31, 1969, America’s last Presidential funeral train-that of Dwight D. Eisenhower-rolled sadly out of Washington on its way to Abilene, Kansas. Its ten-car consist was undecorated in any way, and near its front, the body of . . . — — Map (db m101405) HM
The first US Army Transcontinental Motor Convoy departed Washington DC for San Francisco on July 7, 1919, to survey roads and test vehicles for military purposes. On the second day, the convoy was forced to detour around a wooden covered bridge on . . . — — Map (db m8488) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress designated a cross-country stretch of Interstate as the “Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway,” in tribute to President Eisenhower’s early recognition of the need for a national network of highways to enhance the . . . — — Map (db m167306) HM
"… We take increased devotion to that cause
for which they gave the last full measure of devotion …
that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom …"
Abraham Lincoln
Gettysburg . . . — — Map (db m113541) WM
August 8, 1866 - Born in Charles County, Maryland.
1877-1879 - At the age of 12, leaves home to live in Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD.
1879-1884 - Joins the crew of the ship "Katie Hines" as a cabin boy and explores the . . . — — Map (db m114209) HM
Confederate dead from the Maryland Campaign of 1862
Incorporated by Chapter 213, Act of General Assembly of Maryland
(Approved April 4, 1870)
Dedicated June 12, 1877
Speaker, Maj. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee, CSA
Rededicated September 3, 1961 . . . — — Map (db m153191) HM
Immediately after the Civil War, Union casualties in the Frederick-Washington County areas were re-interred at a new National Cemetery at Sharpsburg. Yet no provisions were made to provide decent burial for thousands of hastily-buried . . . — — Map (db m153412) HM
During the presidency (1953–1961) of Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States, the National System of Interstate and Defense highways was finalized and signed into law. Gaining support for the Interstate Highway System . . . — — Map (db m1668) HM
During the Korean War, Corporal Duane Edgar Dewey of the 2nd Battalion 5th Marines from South Haven, was the first person to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor from then President Eisenhower. He earned the nation’s highest award for heroism on . . . — — Map (db m61712) HM WM
The First National Soil Conservation District Field Day and Plow Matches were held here on September 6, 1952. Over 125,000 spectators saw demonstrations of new methods and new techniques for soil conservation during the event. The presidential . . . — — Map (db m114960) HM
Once on this site there stood a beautiful red brick and limestone railway station that was part of the great Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway System. It was a stately building that served our community and the Rock Island System proudly for . . . — — Map (db m23173) HM
Monticello area native J. B. Lenoir (1929-1967) was best known during his lifetime for his 1955 hit “Mama, Talk to Your Daughter,” but he also played an important role in blues history because of his political engagement. In the 1960s . . . — — Map (db m79029) HM
The Columns-Beaulieu (1899)
Built in 1899 by Samuel and Helen Ragan, this home was quite a "Show Piece". The Ragan's owned S.C. Ragan and Company, a large wholesale grocery and produce company.
Millionaires Row
After the Civil . . . — — Map (db m115546) HM
Patee House – 1858
In this National Historic Landmark were located the offices of the Pony Express, founded by Russell, Majors & Waddell; the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad and the Civil War offices of the U.S. Provost Marshall. [sic] . . . — — Map (db m47444) HM
This green ash grown from seeds taken from tree at General/President Dwight D. Eisenhower's birthplace in Dennison, Texas as a World War II Memorial. — — Map (db m139789) WM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress designated a cross-country stretch of Interstate as the “Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway,” in tribute to President Eisenhower’s early recognition of the need for a national network of highways to enhance . . . — — Map (db m140386) HM
The Might in the Middle
Welcome to Jefferson Barracks, a now decommissioned military post that has influenced almost two centuries of American history. Established in 1826 at the cost of a $5 gold piece, Jefferson Barracks began as a . . . — — Map (db m151570) HM
This old station once stood on the upper 96 Ranch west of here and south of the Platte River, on the original Pony Express route. It was moved and restored by Gothenburg Post No. 64, American Legion. Erected by the Gothenburg Chamber of . . . — — Map (db m86775) HM
[Map of the Pony Express route]
From April 1860 until October 1861 the famed Pony Express riders passed along the south side of the Plate River south of Big Springs. Diamond Springs station was to the southeast. Frontz and Julesburg stations were . . . — — Map (db m51247) HM
A relay station on the Pony Express Route, 1860-61, often referred to as Gill’s Station located near here at the crossing of the Oregon and Texas Trails. Pony Express stations in Keith County were Alkali, Sand Hill and Diamond Springs.
. . . — — Map (db m122909) HM
The Lincoln Highway was proclaimed the nation’s first coast-to-coast highway in 1913. It connected New York City with San Francisco, crossing twelve states and spanning 2,300 miles. The Lincoln Highway was created by an association of automobile . . . — — Map (db m50799) HM
Andrew Jackson Higgins, designer and manufacturer of World War II landing craft known as "Higgins boats," was born August 28, 1886, at Columbus, Nebraska. His parents were John Gonegle Higgins, a prominent lawyer and judge, and Annie Long O'Connor . . . — — Map (db m9775) HM
Alfred Maximilian Gruenther, four-star general in the U.S. Army, was born in Platte Center, Nebraska, on March 3, 1899, to Christian and Mary Shea Gruenther. He graduated fourth in his class from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1918. . . . — — Map (db m206951) HM
”Pony” Bob Haslam, considered to be the greatest of all Pony Express riders, rode for the Express from the beginning to the end. His route was through Carson City, one of the relay stations.
Erected by the Nevada Pony Express Centennial . . . — — Map (db m128553) HM
Honour to the Nevada men who were riders in the July 19 to 28, 1960 Centennial Reenactment of the Pony Express
Monument Erected by the
Pony Express Club of Nevada
National Pony Express Centennial Association
Dwight D. . . . — — Map (db m128554) HM
These plaques are near the site
of the original Pony Express Station.
The Pony Express passed through
Genoa, the oldest city in Nevada, until
the completion of the telegraph.
Erected by the Nevada Pony
Express Centennial Committee. . . . — — Map (db m20711) HM
The Pony Express Trail passed four miles north of Austin through Jacobsville, Simpson's Park and Dry Creek Station. During the Paiute Indian War the stations were burned and two station tenders at Dry Creek were killed and buried there.
. . . — — Map (db m14607) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress designated a cross-country stretch of Interstate as the “Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway,” in tribute to President Eisenhower’s early recognition of the need for a national network of highways to enhance . . . — — Map (db m143684) HM
The 50-star flag was ordered by former President Eisenhower on August 21, 1959, and was adopted in July 1960. This was due to Hawaii being granted statehood. It is the longest-used version of the U.S. flag and has been in use for over 56 years. — — Map (db m194810) HM
"The American people, in their righteous might will win through absolute victory."
President Franklin D. Roosevelt
"Our debt to the heroic men and women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have . . . — — Map (db m160232) HM WM
Planted June 2001
Honoring every veteran
who has served our nation
With respect and gratitude,
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Post 262
Monroe Township, New Jersey — — Map (db m35847) HM
Yes, it looks like an ordinary highway. But Interstate 390, also known as the "Genesee Expressway” has an impressive family history.
The Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways is the root of this . . . — — Map (db m131801) HM
In Honor of All Who Served
Back Face:
Lest We Forget.
In the final choice, a soldier’s pack is not so heavy a burden as a prisoner’s chains – President Dwight D. Eisenhower
Eternal Vigilance is the Price of . . . — — Map (db m140810) WM
Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force 1944 – 1945 Presidential Seal President of the United States 1953 – 1961 Soldiers, sailors and airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: You are about to embark upon the great crusade . . . — — Map (db m22338) HM
The hand of the aggressor is stayed by strength - and strength alone. Dwight David Eisenhower [ Lower Marker : ] The words inscribed on the tablet above are from a speech made in London in 1951. Presented by the Class of 1942 in memory . . . — — Map (db m50149) HM
Heads of State
who visited the
New York Worlds Fair
1939 - 1940
Herbert C. Hoover, USA •
Franklin D. Roosevelt, USA •
George VI, Great Britain •
Anastasio Somoza, Nicaragua
1964 - 1965
Herbert C. Hoover, USA •
Harry . . . — — Map (db m193429) HM
When Ray T. Adams bought this estate for just $25,000 in 1940, he dreamed of opening a hunt club and selling parcels of land for real estate. He changed the name to the Whalehead Club and invited potential investors, politicians (including Dwight . . . — — Map (db m10688) HM
Susan Brownell Anthony
Woman Suffrage Leader
Visited October 19, 1878
"To secure both national and 'domestic tranquility,' to 'establish justice,' to carry out the spirit of our Constitution, put into the hands of all women....the . . . — — Map (db m53838) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress designated a
cross-country stretch of Interstate as the "Dwight D.
Eisenhower Highway,” in tribute to President Eisenhower's
early recognition of the need for a national network of
highways to enhance the . . . — — Map (db m166034) HM
Charles E. Wilson was born on July 18, 1890 in Minerva. After earning a degree in electrical engineering from the Carnegie Institute of Technology in 1909, he joined the Westinghouse Electric Company in Pittsburgh before moving to General Motors in . . . — — Map (db m80714) HM
1952 - Eisenhower ran for president. Nixon was running for vice-president. His train stopped at Main Street.
My dad ran Moore's Store and I worked for him when I was in high school.
Everybody closed their stores and walked to hear him . . . — — Map (db m208266) HM
This Depot, dedicated on December 27, 1900, served as division headquarters for the Cleveland, Chicago, Cincinnati, and St. Louis railroad, commonly called the Big Four. Peak passenger usage occurred during and after World War I when 32 trains . . . — — Map (db m20370) HM
The design for the fifty star flag was born here at Lancaster High School in 1958 when student Robert Heft designed it for a history class project. Reasoning that since Alaska was seeking admission as a state and that Hawaii would soon follow, Heft . . . — — Map (db m183072) HM
James Cleveland Owens was born in Alabama in 1913 and moved with his family to Cleveland at age nine. An elementary school teacher recorded his name "Jesse" when he said "J.C." It became the name he used for the rest of his life. Owens' dash to . . . — — Map (db m12799) HM
Hanford Village was founded in the early 1900s just east of Columbus proper with its own mayor, police force, fire department, businesses, and park. After World War II, a subdivision of Hanford became a segregated community for returning African . . . — — Map (db m94618) HM
In honor and memory of those citizens who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America. Their courage and dedication have preserved the peace and freedom of this great nation.
“History does not long entrust . . . — — Map (db m13126) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress Designated a
cross-country stretch of interstate as the "Dwight D.
Eisenhower Highway," in tribute to President Eisenhower's
early recognition of the need for national network of
highways to enhance the mobility . . . — — Map (db m166450) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress Designated a
cross-country stretch of interstate as the "Dwight D.
Eisenhower Highway," in tribute to President Eisenhower's
early recognition of the need for national network of
highways to enhance the . . . — — Map (db m166451) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress Designated a cross-country stretch of interstate as the "Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway," in tribute to President Eisenhower's early recognition of the need for national network of highways to enhance the mobility . . . — — Map (db m166453) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress Designated a cross-country stretch of interstate as the "Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway," in tribute to President Eisenhower's early recognition of the need for national network of highways to enhance the mobility . . . — — Map (db m213661) HM
Dedicated to Veterans
of All U.S.A. Wars
November 11, 1993
"For history does not long
entrust the care of freedom
to the weak or the timid"
Dwight Eisenhower
Dedicated Nov. 11, 2009 — — Map (db m224295) HM
In August 1973, the U.S. Congress Designated a cross-country stretch of interstate as the "Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway," in tribute to President Eisenhower's early recognition of the need for national network of highways to enhance the mobility . . . — — Map (db m166454) HM
At this site on September 17, 1952, an assembly of Louisville citizens led by Olga T. Weber joined U.S. Congressman Frank T. Bow in commemorating the completion of U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. With the goal of promoting a wider . . . — — Map (db m225400) HM
The future President of the U.S., General of the Army, and Supreme Commander in Europe in WW II lived in this house with his wife Mamie and infant son Icky in the spring and summer of 1918. An Army captain, he was then commanding Camp Colt at . . . — — Map (db m6179) HM
After leaving the White House in 1961, former President and Commanding General Dwight David Eisenhower retired to his permanent Gettysburg home. The adjacent building, located on the campus of Gettysburg College at 300 Carlisle Street, was used by . . . — — Map (db m87973) HM
50+ annual live performances by nationally-known artists and Sunderman Conservatory of Music students
$20.7 million in community support since 2005
40,000+ annual visitors
The Majestic Theater has . . . — — Map (db m217046) HM
Since the founding of Gettysburg this has been the site of successive inns -- Scott's Tavern, The Indian Queen, The Franklin House and the McClellan House, which Col. John McClellan and his family operated prior, during and after the battle. The . . . — — Map (db m28689) HM
(top):
Abraham Lincoln attended services at this church on November 19, 1863, the day he dedicated the National Cemetery and delivered his Gettysburg Address. The pew he occupied has been retained in the sanctuary.
(lower): . . . — — Map (db m19248) HM
The churches of Gettysburg were the first to offer their facilities to serve the needs of wounded soldiers borne from the battlefield on July 1st. Public buildings and many private homes followed the lead in showing care and mercy. As soon as the . . . — — Map (db m122379) HM
This beautifully restored Gothic Revival house, ca. 1870, was originally the home of the Rev. Luther Sieber family. Paul Sieber became Gettysburg College's first All-American football player. During World War I, the building served as the Officers . . . — — Map (db m32511) HM
"No one can come to Gettysburg unstirred by thoughts of those who fought here, and of him who spoke here." - President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Gettyburg College Trustee (1961-1969)
Founded in 1832, Gettysburg College (originally . . . — — Map (db m90671) HM
opened in 1925 as a vaudeville and silent movie theater. It was the site of many important White House Press conferences during the Administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, as well as the world premiere of the movie "Gettysburg." The . . . — — Map (db m32435) HM
After leaving office in 1961, President Dwight D. Eisenhower retired to his Gettysburg farm and became a Gettysburg College trustee. He wrote his memoirs in an office in the house that stands before you. Gettysburg College founded 1832 (Lower . . . — — Map (db m32422) HM
Here in the bull pens and breeding shed, Eisenhower’s plans for the next generation of cattle unfolded. Much of the herd’s success rested on Ankonian 3551. From his pen (on your left), Ankonian served as principal bull from 1956 to 1965. But . . . — — Map (db m64402) HM
The Barlow Fire Company, founded in 1931, their mission being to save lives and property, constructed on this site in 1939 a Fire Hall that also served as a Community Center. General Dwight D. Eisenhower, having served eight successful years as . . . — — Map (db m130322) HM
Dad preferred to take visitors over to the show barn to show his ribbons. Dad would climb into the corral with his bull and poke him in the rump with his shotgun until the bull would stand up. The Secret Service were petrified, but didn’t dare . . . — — Map (db m64405) HM
The Tank Corps was new. There were no precedents except in basic training and I was the only officer in the command. Now I really began to learn about responsibility. Dwight D. Eisenhower At Ease: Stories I Tell to Friends During World . . . — — Map (db m15127) HM
Dwight D. Eisenhower Farmstead has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 - This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the . . . — — Map (db m37443) HM
To Visit: The site is only a seven minute shuttle bus ride from the Visitors Center. Tickets are available in the Visitor Center lobby. Eisenhower National Historic Site is the presidential and retirement home of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Purchased by . . . — — Map (db m8043) HM
When my father was president, he developed the habit of bringing visiting world leaders to the farm. Such informality, he reasoned, would make them feel at home.John Eisenhower Walk in the footsteps of presidents, prime ministers and kings . . . — — Map (db m37554) HM
1. The National Park Service recommends starting your visit here
Cyclorama. Pickett's Charge — the climactic conclusion of the Battle of Gettysburg — comes to life in this massive circular painting through a spectacular sound and light . . . — — Map (db m192371) HM
The fields in front of you demonstrate Eisenhower’s skill in farming. Using a system of crop rotation and contour plowing, Eisenhower slowly improved the productivity of the land. To prevent soil erosion and water run-off, fields were plowed . . . — — Map (db m64400) HM
Initial Confederate Assault on the Second Day "Encouraged by the successful issue of the engagement of the first day, and in view of the valuable results that would ensure from the defeat of the army of General Meade, it was thought advisable . . . — — Map (db m10023) HM
The farm has never looked better, mainly by virtue of the frequent gentle rains we have had since we have been here, and I have been happily renewing my acquaintance with my tiny Angus herd. Eisenhower letter during recuperation from . . . — — Map (db m6196) HM
Cattle housed in the show barn (in front of you) lived in bovine luxury. Designed in 1957 for Eisenhower’s Angus show herd, the barn included a heated office and washroom. The washroom gave herdsmen a warm place to groom cattle even during . . . — — Map (db m64403) HM
Originally the barn’s milk house, this building was established as an office for President Eisenhower’s Secret Service detail in 1955. During the presidential years, one of the 8 – 10 agents who worked each shift would be stationed in the office to . . . — — Map (db m64168) HM
Remodeled from the previous owner’s garage, “The Little House”, was completed in March 1956. Inside are a sitting room, bedroom and bath. Although used for guests such as Field Marshall Bernard L. Montgomery and Eisenhower’s business . . . — — Map (db m64173) HM
The smoothest ride I ever had in my life. Eisenhower referring to his first helicopter ride President Eisenhower was the first president to travel by helicopter. His first ride was in 1957 during Operation Alert, a Cold War exercise to . . . — — Map (db m37557) HM
When Eisenhower would come (to the farm), and especially if he had a hard day or a hard week at the office, … we’d walk down by the flag pole all the way down to the creek, over to the pond. CPO Walter West, U.S. Navy, who was . . . — — Map (db m64394) HM
The entire family is eagerly awaiting the arrival at Gettysburg of the Quarter Horse. David is beside himself with joy and although he scorns any danger, I have assured his mother and grandmother that you are sending a gentle and tractable . . . — — Map (db m37559) HM
This spot marks the site of Camp Colt, the birthplace of the Tank Corps of the United States Army in the spring of 1918. Behind this marker stands a tree planted in soil from each of the 48 States and dedicated in honor of The commanding Officer . . . — — Map (db m17458) HM
