General Dwight D. Eisenhower was a prominent American military leader during World War II. He served as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces in Europe, overseeing major operations such as the D-Day invasion of Normandy in June 1944. His strategic planning and leadership were crucial in the defeat of Nazi Germany. After the war, Eisenhower became the 34th President of the United States, serving from 1953 to 1961. His presidency focused on domestic policies, the Cold War, and the establishment of the Interstate Highway System. Eisenhower's leadership style emphasized diplomacy and coalition-building among nations.