Dwight D Eisenhower Welcomed Home In Washington DC

The transcript describes a triumphant homecoming for a general returning to Washington after a year and a half. The general is greeted by his wife at National Airport, and more than a million people line the streets to cheer him. The nation admires him not only for his military and diplomatic skills but also for his modesty and compassion. His rapid rise from Lieutenant Colonel to a celebrated leader is highlighted as a testament to the development of military leaders during challenging times.

What was the general's reception like upon his return to Washington?

• It was a triumphant homecoming with a massive crowd.

• It was a small gathering of close friends.

• It was a quiet and private affair.

• It was a formal military ceremony.

How long had the general been away from America before his return?

• Three years

• Six months

• Two years

• A year and a half

Which qualities of the general captured the nation's heart?

• His strict discipline

• His sense of humor

• His modesty and compassion

• His wealth and power

What was the general's rank at the beginning of the war?

• Brigadier General

• Major General

• Lieutenant Colonel

• Captain

What does the general's rise to fame exemplify?

• The challenges of peacetime leadership

• The decline of military leadership

• The sensational development of fighting leaders

• The stagnation of military ranks