Dwight Eisenhower: The United States’ President Who Served during the 1950s

The Eisenhower household was one of modest means but rich in moral instruction and intellectual curiosity. David Eisenhower worked various jobs to support his growing family of seven sons, including stints as a mechanic in a local creamery and later as a supervisor, while Ida Eisenhower managed the household with the efficiency and moral authority that would later be reflected in her son's leadership style. The family's financial struggles taught all the Eisenhower boys the value of hard work and self-reliance, while their mother's deep religious faith and their father's quiet dignity provided a foundation of character that emphasized service to others and integrity in all dealings.