Dwight Eisenhower Never Fired a Shot in Combat and Won the Largest War in History. His Best Line Was About the Next One: “The Only Way to Win World War III Is to Prevent It”

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In an article for 19FortyFive, national security columnist Steve Balestrieri examines Dwight D. Eisenhower’s military career and presidential philosophy, centered on his quote, "The only way to win World War III is to prevent it." Despite never firing a shot in combat, Eisenhower commanded Allied forces during World War II, led NATO, and served two terms as U.S. president. Balestrieri highlights Eisenhower's focus on organization, ending the Korean War, establishing the Interstate Highway System, and issuing his famous farewell warning regarding the military-industrial complex.

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Contains subjective historical commentary and analysis from columnist Steve Balestrieri regarding Eisenhower's motives and presidential legacy.