Dwight D. Eisenhower
Born on October 14, 1890, in Denison, Texas, Dwight D. Eisenhower grew up with a passion for football. He played for the United States Military Academy, but his athletic career was cut short by knee injuries. After graduating in 1915, Eisenhower embarked on a distinguished military career, rising to prominence during World War II. He commanded the Allied forces during the pivotal 1944 D-Day invasion of Normandy, solidifying his reputation as a skilled leader. Just eight years later, in 1952, Eisenhower was elected President of the United States, where he served two terms and guided the nation through a period of significant change and challenge.