Eisenhower’s Birthday Commemoration Photo Gallery

At the Eisenhower Society Annual Meeting Vice Chairman Dr. Walton Jones welcomes new trustee Kevin MacMillan.

Executive Director Carol Hegeman presents Eisenhower National Historic Site Manager Jana Friesen McCabe with a check for $537 in funds donated at the Eisenhower Society booth at World War II Weekend. Funds will be dedicated to next year’s World War II event.

We had beautiful weather for our annual wreath laying at Gettysburg College.

Trustee and Program Chair Paul Shevchuk welcomed everyone to our Eisenhower Birthday Commemoration.

The Allied Veterans Honor Guard presented the colors.

Trustee Ken Weiler read an excerpt from Eienhower’s book, Crusade in Europe.

Trustee Priscilla Roberts presented the J. MIlnor Roberts ROTC Award for Distinguished Service to Kendall Nehlig.

Micah Smith, one of four scholarship awardees, is introduced by Vice Chairman Dr. Walton Jones.

Trustee Dr. Daun van Ee read an excerpt from Eisenhower’s 1946 commencement address at Gettysburg College.

Vice Chairman Dr. Walton Jones and Vice President Tony TenBarge placed the wreath.

The Allied Veterans Honor Guard plays Taps prior to retiring the colors.

Craig, Barry and Priscilla are ready for lunch.

The Dobbin House ballroom filled with luncheon attendees ready to enjoy delicious food.

President Emerita Jacqueline White shared a prayer before the meal.

Priscilla Roberts presented a check to Dean Robin Wagner to establish an internship at Gettysburg College.

After lunch, Dr. Michael Birkner presented a Powerpoint program, “Eisenhower’s Recreation and Relationships.”

Everyone learned about some of the hobbies Eisenhower enjoyed.

Eisenhower’s love of golf was highlighted, especially his enjoyment playing with Arnold Palmer.

Paul and David pose for the camera prior to the start of the board meeting.

Trustees Jackie and Ruthmary catch up over a cup of coffee.

Our nominees for new Trustees pose with Nominating Committee Chair Bruce, second from left.

The Society’s annual meeting was held October 16 with members seated socially distanced around the Dobbin House ballroom.

Vice Chairman Walt Jones presents a certificate of thanks to departing Trustee Dr. Ben Garrett for his 6 years of service to the Eisenhower Society.

John Burt personally shakes the hand of departing Trustee, Lt. Gen. Harry E. Soyster for serving on the board for eight years.

President John Burt poses with new Trustees, Major General Andrew Davis, Mike Hanson and Kyle Woodward.

Priscilla Roberts presents the J. Milnor Roberts ROTC Award to Hank Hahne.

President John Burt presents scholarships to two of the four scholarship awardees, Robert and Anastasia.

The Allied Veterans Council of Adams County color guard posted and retired the colors for our program.

Sgt. 1st Class Mitch Mummert (Ret.) plays Taps to end our Eisenhower Birthday Commemoration.

The Eisenhower Society celebrated both General Lessey’s 98th Birthday and General Eisenhower’s 131st Birthday.

Brigadier General Samuel K. Lessey, Jr. smiles as he is ready to enjoy a slice of his birthday cake.

Guest speaker Major General Andrew Davis, USMC (Ret.) explains the work of the World War II Foundation.

Our guest speaker, Major General Davis, presented his program, Elvis and the USS Arizona. which was well received by luncheon attendees.

Trustee Paul Shevchuk Welcomes Guests to the Commemorative Program

Vice Chairman Walt Jones Reads an Excerpt from “Mandate for Change”

Trustee Priscilla Roberts Presents the J. Milnor Roberts ROTC Award to Kenneth McCracken

Priscilla Pins an “I Like Ike” Button on Kenneth’s Lapel

President Jacqueline White Presents the Eisenhower Society Robert M. Hoffman Family Memorial Trust Scholarships

Jackie Poses with Grace McNamara and Matthew Semon, two of the four scholarship awardees.

Trustee Michael McGough Reads Part of Eisenhower’s Farewell Address to the Audience

The American Legion Post 202 Color Guard and Bugler John Murphy Led the Attendees to the Eisenhower Statue

Walt Jones and Jackie White place the wreath.

Walt Jones, Jackie White, Kenneth McCracken, Priscilla Roberts, Matthew Semon, Society Chairman General Lessey and Grace McNamara Pose with Ike

A Large Group Attended Lunch at the Dobbin House

General Lessey Enjoys a Birthday Cake and Card Shower for his 96th Birthday

The General Was Especially Tickled to Share His Birthday Cake with General Eisenhower

Our Luncheon Speaker Was Dr. Michael Neiberg, Professor of History at the Army War College

Dr. Neiberg’s Talk, “After the Beaches: Eisenhower and the Road to Paris,” Was Enjoyed by All.

The Eisenhower Statue at its new location outside the Eisenhower House, Gettysburg College.

A plaque recognizes the Eisenhower Society’s work.

Vice President Ton Ten Barge emcees the program.

American Legion Post #202 posts the colors.

Trustee Priscilla Roberts presents the Major Gen. J. Milnor Roberts Outstanding ROTC student award.

President Jacqueline White presents the scholarship awardees.

Trustee Duane Williams reads from Eisenhower’s book, “Waging Peace.”

The Eisenhower Statue sculpted by Professor Norman Annis stands on its new plaza with landscaping.

Brig. Gen Lessey and Priscilla Roberts pose with the outstanding ROTC awardees.

President Jackie White stands with the Eisenhower Society scholarship students.

President Jackie White presents certificates of appreciation to retiring board members Kib Roulette and John Donovan.

Dr. Ed Lengel shares stories of the Eisenhowers in the White House.