Eisenhower: From D-Day to NASA

Dive into the incredible life and achievements of Dwight D. Eisenhower, the legendary general who led the Allied forces to victory on D-Day and became one of America’s most influential presidents. In this episode of History Ignited, we explore Ike's role in:Leading the largest invasion in history during World War IIBuilding the Interstate Highway SystemAddressing the Cold War and creating NASASupporting the Civil Rights Movement and the Little Rock NineWarning against the "military-industrial complex"Join Caroline, Andrew, Amy, and Dave as they break down Eisenhower’s fascinating journey from wartime hero to a peacetime leader. Stay tuned for a fun joke at the end!Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.