Visited the Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene, Kansas.
The grounds include his childhood home which is so tiny it looks like a backyard play house.
The collection of weapons reminded me of the Museum of Public Security in Shanghai.
How have I not heard some of these terms?
A German map of their guess as to the Allied invasion.
Apparently, captured German rabbit fur jackets were often worn by Allied troops because they were so warm.
I found the Cold War section of the museum profoundly depressing in light of the current political environment.
This custom podium seemed particularly fascinating.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen Queen Elizabeth smile like that. She seems utterly charmed.
Good advice from Ike:
Like George W. Bush, Eisenhower expressed himself through painting later in life.
Finally, there is a small chapel for reflection where Eisenhower is buried.
A “Champion of Peace” with a conflicted legacy.
