Joint Session of Congress
A Joint Session of Congress was held to commemorate President Eisenhower that had tributes from many esteemed guests, including his son John, Walter Cronkite, Winston Churchill, Arnold Palmer, and of course, Senator Dole. This event kicked off numerous other events related to the Centennial.
Press Release: "Joint Meeting of Congress to Honor President Eisenhower's Centennial"
Press Release outlining the Joint Session of Congress on March 27, 1990.
Program: Special Joint Meeting of Congress In Commemoration of President Eisenhower's Centennial
This program from the Joint Session of Congress outlines President Eisenhower’s life; shows pictures of his childhood, military career, and Presidency; and contains "Presidential Perspectives" from Presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, and George H.W. Bush.
Letter From Winston S. Churchill
British Parliament Member, Winston S. Churchill, writes to Senator Dole of the Joint Session, "I cannot tell you what a great and unexpected honour it was to receive your invitation. I thought the whole occasion went off very well indeed. Certainly it is a day which will be etched in my memory for ever."
Letter From John S. D. Eisenhower
John S. D. Eisenhower writes to Senator Dole, "I have often thought of what a rare privilege I had. What son would not treasure the opportunity to address the Congress about the traits he admired most in his father? I am grateful to you for your pivotal role in making that possible."