Watch The Eisenhower Legacy

1970
1 Season

Hosted by General Colin L. Powell, this four part documentary reveals the story of Dwight D. Eisenhower's military and political crusades from 1941 to 1961. Features interviews with key witnesses, many of them worked closely with Ike during his odyssey as America's most trusted and beloved public figure. They enrich the series with intimate details on his life and actions.

The Eisenhower Legacy is a series that ran for 1 seasons (4 episodes) between January 1, 1970 and on

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4. Episode 4: Commander in Chief

January 1, 1970

Learn how Ike dealt with the Communist menace on both diplomatic and military fronts and through covert CIA operations. We'll also see how he used personal diplomacy and the nuclear threat to keep a fragile peace.

3. Episode 3: Politician & President

January 1, 1970

See how President Eisenhower handled the critical domestic issues of McCarthyism, civil rights and fiscal policy after 20 years of Democratic rule. Understand how Ike handled tricky political relations with Democrats and the powerful conservative wing of the GOP.

2. Episode 2: Cold War

January 1, 1970

The forgotten years of Ike's public life are explored in this program. The story covers his role in the post-war years as Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army when America quickly demobilized its wartime military machine, his retirement from the military and appointment as President of Columbia University, and his decision to enter presidential politics.

1. Episode 1: Allied Commander

January 1, 1970

In this first segment, learn why Ike was chosen to lead Allied forces in Africa, Italy and, as Supreme Commander, in Europe. We'll also see how he won the confidence of Churchill, Roosevelt and GI Joe as well as why, as a symbol of victory, he epitomized a glorious American ideal for a war-weary world.

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The Eisenhower Legacy is available for streaming on the website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Eisenhower Legacy on demand at Amazon.