President Eisenhower

Definition

President Dwight D. Eisenhower served as the 34th president of the United States from 1953 to 1961. He is known for various accomplishments during his presidency, including signing the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and initiating Operation Wetback to address illegal immigration.

Related terms

Civil Rights Act of 1957: A law signed by President Eisenhower that aimed to protect voting rights for African Americans and established federal oversight on voter registration practices.

Cold War: A period of tension between the United States and Soviet Union (1947-1991) characterized by political, economic, and ideological rivalry but no direct military conflict.

Interstate Highway System: An extensive network of highways built during Eisenhower's presidency to facilitate transportation across states.