God in Eisenhower's Life Military Career and Presidency: A History of the Influence of Religion in His Life and Leadership as WWII Supreme Allied Commander and President of the United States

As the Supreme Allied Commander in the fight against the Nazis General Dwight Eisenhower was one of the most important leaders of the last century. His position as a five-star general was crucial in achieving a positive outcome in World War II. Today he is considered one of the most respected US presidents but the critical role that his religious beliefs played in his life and work is widely ignored. As one historian wrote Eisenhower was the most religious president in the twentieth century. He was critical in influencing the nations enlarged accommodation to faith specifically the Christian faith. The central role Eisenhowers faith played in his life from growing up in Abilene Kansas to becoming the most powerful leader in the world is thoroughly documented for the first time in this book. Indeed Eisenhowers belief in God made him who he was and allowed him to achieve the work that made him one of the most respected leaders of the free world. This book sets the record straight about common erroneous beliefs concerning President Eisenhower and his family. It is necessary to understand the forces that shaped him so we can put his life and many achievements into perspective.