Atoms for Peace Analysis

Dwight D Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States from 1953-1960, is revered as a statesman and great military leader. Born in Texas in 1890 and raised in Kansas to a family that valued education, Eisenhower began a long career as a leader and military officer upon his graduation in 1915 from West Point. Eisenhower is recognized for his leadership and oratorical skills which he applied to both military endeavors and managing the nation. He was fortunate to be mentored by General Fox Conner, in the Panama Canal Zone. Conner encouraged him to study important works of history, military science, and philosophy which Eisenhower applied to his own efforts and experiences. Eisenhower later moved up the military ranks to five star General of the Army, Military Governor, US Occupied Zone, and Chief of Staff, US Army, earning respect nationally and internationally with the end of World War II. In 1927 Eisenhower wrote for the American Battle Monuments Commission in Washington and Paris, and gained valuable exposure to European geography and culture, information he would apply throughout his career. Oratory continued to play a significant role in his life when he served as a chief military aide to Douglas MacArthur, U.S. Army Chief of Staff in 1933, where his duties included writing speeches and policy papers. This opportunity provided Eisenhower with invaluable experience which he employed and perfected during his own presidency. Among his career experiences, Eisenhower served as President of Columbia University. As President of the United States, Eisenhower wrote many of his own speeches in which he was known to edit, rewrite and personalize the text through multiple drafts. Recognized as a powerful orator, Eisenhower used an informal style of speech to persuade, inspire and motivate the people. He had incredible control over diction and his speeches were considered informative.
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