Eisenhower

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In observance of Dwight David Eisenhower's one-hundredth birthday in 1990, the Eisenhower Center at the University of New Orleans hosted lectures by distinguished scholars offering diverse interpretations of the thirty-fourth U.S. president. In "Eisenhower: A Centenary Assessment," Günter Bischof and Stephen E. Ambrose compile thirteen revised lectures that significantly contribute to Eisenhower scholarship. The collection presents a balanced view, featuring essays from both revisionist and postrevisionist scholars. Four essays focus on Eisenhower's historiography and military leadership, two examine his domestic policies, and the remaining essays delve into ongoing research regarding his foreign policy, highlighting the evolving evaluation of his diplomatic actions. Ambrose concludes with a summary of Eisenhower's achievements and legacies. As noted in the Introduction, Eisenhower's pivotal role in twentieth-century history ensures that his impact will continue to be reinterpreted and debated. His reputation has fluctuated over time, reflecting the changing perspectives of scholars from negative contemporary views to the enthusiasm of revisionists and the critical assessments of later scholars. This centennial reexamination of Eisenhower's historical significance will serve as a milestone for future scholarship.