The Inaugural Luncheon ... The event as it is known today came to be in 1953 after President Dwight D. Eisenhower invited some 50 guests to join him and his wife for an exquisite meal to rein ...

In 2005, Laura Bush wore a silver gown outlined with Austrian crystals by Oscar de la Renta. First lady Michelle Obama kept her dress choice a secret from both the press and the gown's designer ...

The Veterans Inaugural Ball – Salute to Heroes began at the request of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. It has provided an opportunity for the newly sworn in commander in chief to personally pay ...

Dwight D. Eisenhower ran on the campaign of active Cold War containment, pledging “I shall go to Korea” to secure “an early and honorable” peace. Challenges: In 1957, the Soviet Sputnik—the world’s ...