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57324479e99e3014001e65f8	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The Eisenhowers had two sons. Doud Dwight "Icky" Eisenhower was born September 24, 1917, and died of scarlet fever on January 2, 1921, at the age of three; Eisenhower was mostly reticent to discuss his death. Their second son, John Eisenhower (1922–2013), was born in Denver Colorado. John served in the United States Ar...	In what city was John Eisenhower born?	{ "answer_start": [ 268 ], "text": [ "Denver" ] }
57324479e99e3014001e65f9	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The Eisenhowers had two sons. Doud Dwight "Icky" Eisenhower was born September 24, 1917, and died of scarlet fever on January 2, 1921, at the age of three; Eisenhower was mostly reticent to discuss his death. Their second son, John Eisenhower (1922–2013), was born in Denver Colorado. John served in the United States Ar...	What was John Eisenhower's final rank in the military?	{ "answer_start": [ 337 ], "text": [ "brigadier general" ] }
57324479e99e3014001e65fa	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The Eisenhowers had two sons. Doud Dwight "Icky" Eisenhower was born September 24, 1917, and died of scarlet fever on January 2, 1921, at the age of three; Eisenhower was mostly reticent to discuss his death. Their second son, John Eisenhower (1922–2013), was born in Denver Colorado. John served in the United States Ar...	David Eisenhower married the child of what US President?	{ "answer_start": [ 694 ], "text": [ "Nixon" ] }
573244c1e17f3d140042279f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower was a golf enthusiast later in life, and joined the Augusta National Golf Club in 1948. He played golf frequently during and after his presidency and was unreserved in expressing his passion for the game, to the point of golfing during winter; he ordered his golf balls painted black so he could see them bett...	What sport did Eisenhower notably enjoy?	{ "answer_start": [ 17 ], "text": [ "golf" ] }
573244c1e17f3d14004227a0	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower was a golf enthusiast later in life, and joined the Augusta National Golf Club in 1948. He played golf frequently during and after his presidency and was unreserved in expressing his passion for the game, to the point of golfing during winter; he ordered his golf balls painted black so he could see them bett...	What color were Eisenhower's winter golf balls?	{ "answer_start": [ 289 ], "text": [ "black" ] }
573244c1e17f3d14004227a1	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower was a golf enthusiast later in life, and joined the Augusta National Golf Club in 1948. He played golf frequently during and after his presidency and was unreserved in expressing his passion for the game, to the point of golfing during winter; he ordered his golf balls painted black so he could see them bett...	Who was the Chairman of Augusta National and friend to Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 472 ], "text": [ "Clifford Roberts" ] }
573244c1e17f3d14004227a2	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower was a golf enthusiast later in life, and joined the Augusta National Golf Club in 1948. He played golf frequently during and after his presidency and was unreserved in expressing his passion for the game, to the point of golfing during winter; he ordered his golf balls painted black so he could see them bett...	What was Clifford Roberts by profession?	{ "answer_start": [ 568 ], "text": [ "investment broker" ] }
573244c1e17f3d14004227a3	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower was a golf enthusiast later in life, and joined the Augusta National Golf Club in 1948. He played golf frequently during and after his presidency and was unreserved in expressing his passion for the game, to the point of golfing during winter; he ordered his golf balls painted black so he could see them bett...	When did Eisenhower join Augusta National?	{ "answer_start": [ 93 ], "text": [ "1948" ] }
5732452ee99e3014001e6600	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After golf, oil painting was Eisenhower's second hobby. While at Columbia University, Eisenhower began the art after watching Thomas E. Stephens paint Mamie's portrait. Eisenhower painted about 260 oils during the last 20 years of his life to relax, mostly landscapes but also portraits of subjects such as Mamie, their ...	What was Eisenhower's favorite hobby other than golfing?	{ "answer_start": [ 12 ], "text": [ "oil painting" ] }
5732452ee99e3014001e6603	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After golf, oil painting was Eisenhower's second hobby. While at Columbia University, Eisenhower began the art after watching Thomas E. Stephens paint Mamie's portrait. Eisenhower painted about 260 oils during the last 20 years of his life to relax, mostly landscapes but also portraits of subjects such as Mamie, their ...	What car did Eisenhower compare modern art to?	{ "answer_start": [ 671 ], "text": [ "Tin Lizzie" ] }
5732452ee99e3014001e6602	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After golf, oil painting was Eisenhower's second hobby. While at Columbia University, Eisenhower began the art after watching Thomas E. Stephens paint Mamie's portrait. Eisenhower painted about 260 oils during the last 20 years of his life to relax, mostly landscapes but also portraits of subjects such as Mamie, their ...	What was the main type of oil painting painted by Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 257 ], "text": [ "landscapes" ] }
5732452ee99e3014001e6601	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After golf, oil painting was Eisenhower's second hobby. While at Columbia University, Eisenhower began the art after watching Thomas E. Stephens paint Mamie's portrait. Eisenhower painted about 260 oils during the last 20 years of his life to relax, mostly landscapes but also portraits of subjects such as Mamie, their ...	Who notably painted a picture of Mamie Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 126 ], "text": [ "Thomas E. Stephens" ] }
5732452ee99e3014001e6604	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After golf, oil painting was Eisenhower's second hobby. While at Columbia University, Eisenhower began the art after watching Thomas E. Stephens paint Mamie's portrait. Eisenhower painted about 260 oils during the last 20 years of his life to relax, mostly landscapes but also portraits of subjects such as Mamie, their ...	Who called Eisenhower's art "simple and earnest"?	{ "answer_start": [ 395 ], "text": [ "Wendy Beckett" ] }
57324575e99e3014001e660a	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Angels in the Outfield was Eisenhower's favorite movie. His favorite reading material for relaxation were the Western novels of Zane Grey. With his excellent memory and ability to focus, Eisenhower was skilled at card games. He learned poker, which he called his "favorite indoor sport," in Abilene. Eisenhower recorded ...	What was Eisenhower's favorite film?	{ "answer_start": [ 0 ], "text": [ "Angels in the Outfield" ] }
57324575e99e3014001e660b	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Angels in the Outfield was Eisenhower's favorite movie. His favorite reading material for relaxation were the Western novels of Zane Grey. With his excellent memory and ability to focus, Eisenhower was skilled at card games. He learned poker, which he called his "favorite indoor sport," in Abilene. Eisenhower recorded ...	Who was Eisenhower's favorite author?	{ "answer_start": [ 128 ], "text": [ "Zane Grey" ] }
57324575e99e3014001e660c	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Angels in the Outfield was Eisenhower's favorite movie. His favorite reading material for relaxation were the Western novels of Zane Grey. With his excellent memory and ability to focus, Eisenhower was skilled at card games. He learned poker, which he called his "favorite indoor sport," in Abilene. Eisenhower recorded ...	What genre did Zane Grey write in?	{ "answer_start": [ 110 ], "text": [ "Western" ] }
57324575e99e3014001e660d	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Angels in the Outfield was Eisenhower's favorite movie. His favorite reading material for relaxation were the Western novels of Zane Grey. With his excellent memory and ability to focus, Eisenhower was skilled at card games. He learned poker, which he called his "favorite indoor sport," in Abilene. Eisenhower recorded ...	Where did Eisenhower learn to play poker?	{ "answer_start": [ 291 ], "text": [ "Abilene" ] }
57324575e99e3014001e660e	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Angels in the Outfield was Eisenhower's favorite movie. His favorite reading material for relaxation were the Western novels of Zane Grey. With his excellent memory and ability to focus, Eisenhower was skilled at card games. He learned poker, which he called his "favorite indoor sport," in Abilene. Eisenhower recorded ...	At West Point, what game did Eisenhower play six nights a week for five months?	{ "answer_start": [ 511 ], "text": [ "contract bridge" ] }
573245e60fdd8d15006c68b9	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	When the U.S. entered World War I he immediately requested an overseas assignment but was again denied and then assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. In February 1918 he was transferred to Camp Meade in Maryland with the 65th Engineers. His unit was later ordered to France but to his chagrin he received orders for the n...	What military installation was Eisenhower assigned to when the United States entered the First World War?	{ "answer_start": [ 124 ], "text": [ "Ft. Leavenworth" ] }
573245e60fdd8d15006c68ba	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	When the U.S. entered World War I he immediately requested an overseas assignment but was again denied and then assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. In February 1918 he was transferred to Camp Meade in Maryland with the 65th Engineers. His unit was later ordered to France but to his chagrin he received orders for the n...	What unit did Eisenhower serve with at Camp Meade?	{ "answer_start": [ 220 ], "text": [ "65th Engineers" ] }
573245e60fdd8d15006c68bb	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	When the U.S. entered World War I he immediately requested an overseas assignment but was again denied and then assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. In February 1918 he was transferred to Camp Meade in Maryland with the 65th Engineers. His unit was later ordered to France but to his chagrin he received orders for the n...	To what rank was Eisenhower brevetted after being transferred to the tank corps?	{ "answer_start": [ 367 ], "text": [ "Lieutenant Colonel" ] }
573245e60fdd8d15006c68bc	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	When the U.S. entered World War I he immediately requested an overseas assignment but was again denied and then assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. In February 1918 he was transferred to Camp Meade in Maryland with the 65th Engineers. His unit was later ordered to France but to his chagrin he received orders for the n...	What famous military event occurred at the site of Camp Colt?	{ "answer_start": [ 503 ], "text": [ "Pickett's Charge" ] }
573245e60fdd8d15006c68bd	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	When the U.S. entered World War I he immediately requested an overseas assignment but was again denied and then assigned to Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. In February 1918 he was transferred to Camp Meade in Maryland with the 65th Engineers. His unit was later ordered to France but to his chagrin he received orders for the n...	In what state was Camp Meade located?	{ "answer_start": [ 202 ], "text": [ "Maryland" ] }
57324630e99e3014001e661e	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Once again his spirits were raised when the unit under his command received orders overseas to France. This time his wishes were thwarted when the armistice was signed, just a week before departure. Completely missing out on the warfront left him depressed and bitter for a time, despite being given the Distinguished Se...	How long before Eisenhower was to be transferred to France did World War I end?	{ "answer_start": [ 176 ], "text": [ "week" ] }
57324630e99e3014001e661f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Once again his spirits were raised when the unit under his command received orders overseas to France. This time his wishes were thwarted when the armistice was signed, just a week before departure. Completely missing out on the warfront left him depressed and bitter for a time, despite being given the Distinguished Se...	What decoration did Eisenhower receive as a result of his First World War service?	{ "answer_start": [ 304 ], "text": [ "Distinguished Service Medal" ] }
57324630e99e3014001e6620	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Once again his spirits were raised when the unit under his command received orders overseas to France. This time his wishes were thwarted when the armistice was signed, just a week before departure. Completely missing out on the warfront left him depressed and bitter for a time, despite being given the Distinguished Se...	What notable Second World War commander disparaged Eisenhower for his lack of combat experience?	{ "answer_start": [ 462 ], "text": [ "Montgomery" ] }
573246afb9d445190005e985	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	He assumed duties again at Camp Meade, Maryland, commanding a battalion of tanks, where he remained until 1922. His schooling continued, focused on the nature of the next war and the role of the tank in it. His new expertise in tank warfare was strengthened by a close collaboration with George S. Patton, Sereno E. Bret...	What was Eisenhower's Camp Meade unit equipped with?	{ "answer_start": [ 75 ], "text": [ "tanks" ] }
573246afb9d445190005e986	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	He assumed duties again at Camp Meade, Maryland, commanding a battalion of tanks, where he remained until 1922. His schooling continued, focused on the nature of the next war and the role of the tank in it. His new expertise in tank warfare was strengthened by a close collaboration with George S. Patton, Sereno E. Bret...	When did Eisenhower leave Camp Meade?	{ "answer_start": [ 106 ], "text": [ "1922" ] }
573246afb9d445190005e987	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	He assumed duties again at Camp Meade, Maryland, commanding a battalion of tanks, where he remained until 1922. His schooling continued, focused on the nature of the next war and the role of the tank in it. His new expertise in tank warfare was strengthened by a close collaboration with George S. Patton, Sereno E. Bret...	Along with Patton, who was a notable interwar tank leader?	{ "answer_start": [ 306 ], "text": [ "Sereno E. Brett" ] }
573246afb9d445190005e988	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	He assumed duties again at Camp Meade, Maryland, commanding a battalion of tanks, where he remained until 1922. His schooling continued, focused on the nature of the next war and the role of the tank in it. His new expertise in tank warfare was strengthened by a close collaboration with George S. Patton, Sereno E. Bret...	What was the traditional doctrine on the use of tanks?	{ "answer_start": [ 556 ], "text": [ "supportive role for the infantry" ] }
573246afb9d445190005e989	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	He assumed duties again at Camp Meade, Maryland, commanding a battalion of tanks, where he remained until 1922. His schooling continued, focused on the nature of the next war and the role of the tank in it. His new expertise in tank warfare was strengthened by a close collaboration with George S. Patton, Sereno E. Bret...	What happened when Eisenhower was threatened with a court martial for his support for offensive tank tactics?	{ "answer_start": [ 716 ], "text": [ "he relented" ] }
57324714b9d445190005e98f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	From 1920, Eisenhower served under a succession of talented generals – Fox Conner, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur and George Marshall. He first became executive officer to General Conner in the Panama Canal Zone, where, joined by Mamie, he served until 1924. Under Conner's tutelage, he studied military history and...	What role did Eisenhower serve under Fox Conner?	{ "answer_start": [ 156 ], "text": [ "executive officer" ] }
57324714b9d445190005e990	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	From 1920, Eisenhower served under a succession of talented generals – Fox Conner, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur and George Marshall. He first became executive officer to General Conner in the Panama Canal Zone, where, joined by Mamie, he served until 1924. Under Conner's tutelage, he studied military history and...	Where did Eisenhower serve under Conner?	{ "answer_start": [ 199 ], "text": [ "Panama Canal Zone" ] }
57324714b9d445190005e991	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	From 1920, Eisenhower served under a succession of talented generals – Fox Conner, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur and George Marshall. He first became executive officer to General Conner in the Panama Canal Zone, where, joined by Mamie, he served until 1924. Under Conner's tutelage, he studied military history and...	What notable military treatise was authored by von Clausewitz?	{ "answer_start": [ 361 ], "text": [ "On War" ] }
57324714b9d445190005e992	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	From 1920, Eisenhower served under a succession of talented generals – Fox Conner, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur and George Marshall. He first became executive officer to General Conner in the Panama Canal Zone, where, joined by Mamie, he served until 1924. Under Conner's tutelage, he studied military history and...	During what period did Eisenhower attend the Command and General Staff College?	{ "answer_start": [ 653 ], "text": [ "1925–26" ] }
57324714b9d445190005e993	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	From 1920, Eisenhower served under a succession of talented generals – Fox Conner, John J. Pershing, Douglas MacArthur and George Marshall. He first became executive officer to General Conner in the Panama Canal Zone, where, joined by Mamie, he served until 1924. Under Conner's tutelage, he studied military history and...	How many people were in Eisenhower's class at the Command and General Staff College?	{ "answer_start": [ 779 ], "text": [ "245" ] }
57324760e17f3d14004227c5	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Eisenhower's career in the post-war army stalled somewhat, as military priorities diminished; many of his friends resigned for high-paying business jobs. He was assigned to the American Battle Monuments Commission directed by General Pershing, and with the help of his brother Milt...	Who was the head of the American Battle Monuments Commission during this period?	{ "answer_start": [ 273 ], "text": [ "Pershing" ] }
57324760e17f3d14004227c6	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Eisenhower's career in the post-war army stalled somewhat, as military priorities diminished; many of his friends resigned for high-paying business jobs. He was assigned to the American Battle Monuments Commission directed by General Pershing, and with the help of his brother Milt...	During the 1920s, for what federal department did Milton Eisenhower work?	{ "answer_start": [ 360 ], "text": [ "Agriculture" ] }
57324760e17f3d14004227c7	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Eisenhower's career in the post-war army stalled somewhat, as military priorities diminished; many of his friends resigned for high-paying business jobs. He was assigned to the American Battle Monuments Commission directed by General Pershing, and with the help of his brother Milt...	In what year did Eisenhower graduate from the Army War College?	{ "answer_start": [ 502 ], "text": [ "1928" ] }
57324760e17f3d14004227c8	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Eisenhower's career in the post-war army stalled somewhat, as military priorities diminished; many of his friends resigned for high-paying business jobs. He was assigned to the American Battle Monuments Commission directed by General Pershing, and with the help of his brother Milt...	What was the office held by George Mosely?	{ "answer_start": [ 615 ], "text": [ "Assistant Secretary of War" ] }
57324760e17f3d14004227c9	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Eisenhower's career in the post-war army stalled somewhat, as military priorities diminished; many of his friends resigned for high-paying business jobs. He was assigned to the American Battle Monuments Commission directed by General Pershing, and with the help of his brother Milt...	What was Eisenhower's rank in 1933?	{ "answer_start": [ 671 ], "text": [ "Major" ] }
573247b6b9d445190005e999	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	His primary duty was planning for the next war, which proved most difficult in the midst of the Great Depression. He then was posted as chief military aide to General MacArthur, Army Chief of Staff. In 1932, he participated in the clearing of the Bonus March encampment in Washington, D.C. Although he was against the ac...	What event made war planning difficult in this period?	{ "answer_start": [ 96 ], "text": [ "Great Depression" ] }
573247b6b9d445190005e99a	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	His primary duty was planning for the next war, which proved most difficult in the midst of the Great Depression. He then was posted as chief military aide to General MacArthur, Army Chief of Staff. In 1932, he participated in the clearing of the Bonus March encampment in Washington, D.C. Although he was against the ac...	What position was held by General MacArthur at this point in time?	{ "answer_start": [ 178 ], "text": [ "Army Chief of Staff" ] }
573247b6b9d445190005e99b	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	His primary duty was planning for the next war, which proved most difficult in the midst of the Great Depression. He then was posted as chief military aide to General MacArthur, Army Chief of Staff. In 1932, he participated in the clearing of the Bonus March encampment in Washington, D.C. Although he was against the ac...	What encampment was attacked in 1932 by soldiers including Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 247 ], "text": [ "Bonus March" ] }
573247b6b9d445190005e99c	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	His primary duty was planning for the next war, which proved most difficult in the midst of the Great Depression. He then was posted as chief military aide to General MacArthur, Army Chief of Staff. In 1932, he participated in the clearing of the Bonus March encampment in Washington, D.C. Although he was against the ac...	What sort of people did the Bonus March consist of?	{ "answer_start": [ 344 ], "text": [ "veterans" ] }
5732481fb9d445190005e9a1	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Historians have concluded that this assignment provided valuable preparation for handling the challenging personalities of Winston Churchill, George S. Patton, George Marshall, and General Montgomery during World War II. Eisenhower later emphasized that too much had been made of the disagreements with MacArthur, and th...	What rank was Eisenhower promoted to in 1936?	{ "answer_start": [ 493 ], "text": [ "lieutenant colonel" ] }
5732481fb9d445190005e9a3	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Historians have concluded that this assignment provided valuable preparation for handling the challenging personalities of Winston Churchill, George S. Patton, George Marshall, and General Montgomery during World War II. Eisenhower later emphasized that too much had been made of the disagreements with MacArthur, and th...	Who was president of the Philippines circa 1939?	{ "answer_start": [ 783 ], "text": [ "Manuel L. Quezon" ] }
5732481fb9d445190005e9a4	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Historians have concluded that this assignment provided valuable preparation for handling the challenging personalities of Winston Churchill, George S. Patton, George Marshall, and General Montgomery during World War II. Eisenhower later emphasized that too much had been made of the disagreements with MacArthur, and th...	What is the current name of the capital city that was under construction in the Philippines in 1939?	{ "answer_start": [ 905 ], "text": [ "Quezon City" ] }
5732481fb9d445190005e9a2	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Historians have concluded that this assignment provided valuable preparation for handling the challenging personalities of Winston Churchill, George S. Patton, George Marshall, and General Montgomery during World War II. Eisenhower later emphasized that too much had been made of the disagreements with MacArthur, and th...	What license did Eisenhower receive in 1939?	{ "answer_start": [ 620 ], "text": [ "pilot's" ] }
5732481fb9d445190005e9a5	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Historians have concluded that this assignment provided valuable preparation for handling the challenging personalities of Winston Churchill, George S. Patton, George Marshall, and General Montgomery during World War II. Eisenhower later emphasized that too much had been made of the disagreements with MacArthur, and th...	How did Eisenhower respond to the offer to become a Philippine police chief?	{ "answer_start": [ 925 ], "text": [ "declined" ] }
5732488d0fdd8d15006c68eb	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower returned to the U.S. in December 1939 and was assigned as a battalion commander and regimental executive officer of the 15th Infantry at Fort Lewis, Washington. In March 1941 he was promoted to colonel and assigned as chief of staff of the newly activated IX Corps under Major General Kenyon Joyce. In June 19...	What unit did Eisenhower serve with upon his return to the United States?	{ "answer_start": [ 131 ], "text": [ "15th Infantry" ] }
5732488d0fdd8d15006c68ec	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower returned to the U.S. in December 1939 and was assigned as a battalion commander and regimental executive officer of the 15th Infantry at Fort Lewis, Washington. In March 1941 he was promoted to colonel and assigned as chief of staff of the newly activated IX Corps under Major General Kenyon Joyce. In June 19...	At what military installation was the 15th Infantry based?	{ "answer_start": [ 148 ], "text": [ "Fort Lewis" ] }
5732488d0fdd8d15006c68ed	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower returned to the U.S. in December 1939 and was assigned as a battalion commander and regimental executive officer of the 15th Infantry at Fort Lewis, Washington. In March 1941 he was promoted to colonel and assigned as chief of staff of the newly activated IX Corps under Major General Kenyon Joyce. In June 19...	In the spring of 1941, who commanded IX Corps?	{ "answer_start": [ 296 ], "text": [ "Kenyon Joyce" ] }
5732488d0fdd8d15006c68ee	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower returned to the U.S. in December 1939 and was assigned as a battalion commander and regimental executive officer of the 15th Infantry at Fort Lewis, Washington. In March 1941 he was promoted to colonel and assigned as chief of staff of the newly activated IX Corps under Major General Kenyon Joyce. In June 19...	In what city was the 3rd Army based in June of 1941?	{ "answer_start": [ 433 ], "text": [ "San Antonio" ] }
5732488d0fdd8d15006c68ef	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower returned to the U.S. in December 1939 and was assigned as a battalion commander and regimental executive officer of the 15th Infantry at Fort Lewis, Washington. In March 1941 he was promoted to colonel and assigned as chief of staff of the newly activated IX Corps under Major General Kenyon Joyce. In June 19...	What event contributed to Eisenhower receiving a promotion to brigadier general?	{ "answer_start": [ 493 ], "text": [ "Louisiana Maneuvers" ] }
57324911b9d445190005e9ab	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Eisenhower was assigned to the General Staff in Washington, where he served until June 1942 with responsibility for creating the major war plans to defeat Japan and Germany. He was appointed Deputy Chief in charge of Pacific Defenses under the Chief of War Plans Division (WPD)...	To what body was Eisenhower assigned after Pearl Harbor was attacked?	{ "answer_start": [ 74 ], "text": [ "General Staff in" ] }
57324911b9d445190005e9ac	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Eisenhower was assigned to the General Staff in Washington, where he served until June 1942 with responsibility for creating the major war plans to defeat Japan and Germany. He was appointed Deputy Chief in charge of Pacific Defenses under the Chief of War Plans Division (WPD)...	Who headed the WPD before Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 330 ], "text": [ "Leonard T. Gerow" ] }
57324911b9d445190005e9ad	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Eisenhower was assigned to the General Staff in Washington, where he served until June 1942 with responsibility for creating the major war plans to defeat Japan and Germany. He was appointed Deputy Chief in charge of Pacific Defenses under the Chief of War Plans Division (WPD)...	What body replaced the War Plans Division?	{ "answer_start": [ 478 ], "text": [ "Operations Division" ] }
57324911b9d445190005e9ae	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Eisenhower was assigned to the General Staff in Washington, where he served until June 1942 with responsibility for creating the major war plans to defeat Japan and Germany. He was appointed Deputy Chief in charge of Pacific Defenses under the Chief of War Plans Division (WPD)...	What was Eisenhower's title in the Operations Division?	{ "answer_start": [ 432 ], "text": [ "Assistant Chief of Staff" ] }
57324911b9d445190005e9af	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Eisenhower was assigned to the General Staff in Washington, where he served until June 1942 with responsibility for creating the major war plans to defeat Japan and Germany. He was appointed Deputy Chief in charge of Pacific Defenses under the Chief of War Plans Division (WPD)...	Who was the Chief of Staff who promoted Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 548 ], "text": [ "George C. Marshall" ] }
57324966b9d445190005e9b5	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	At the end of May 1942, Eisenhower accompanied Lt. Gen. Henry H. Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, to London to assess the effectiveness of the theater commander in England, Maj. Gen. James E. Chaney. He returned to Washington on June 3 with a pessimistic assessment, stating he had an "uneasy feeling" ...	As of May 1942, who commanded the Army Air Forces?	{ "answer_start": [ 56 ], "text": [ "Henry H. Arnold" ] }
57324966b9d445190005e9b6	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	At the end of May 1942, Eisenhower accompanied Lt. Gen. Henry H. Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, to London to assess the effectiveness of the theater commander in England, Maj. Gen. James E. Chaney. He returned to Washington on June 3 with a pessimistic assessment, stating he had an "uneasy feeling" ...	To what city did Eisenhower travel to May 1942?	{ "answer_start": [ 119 ], "text": [ "London" ] }
57324966b9d445190005e9b8	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	At the end of May 1942, Eisenhower accompanied Lt. Gen. Henry H. Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, to London to assess the effectiveness of the theater commander in England, Maj. Gen. James E. Chaney. He returned to Washington on June 3 with a pessimistic assessment, stating he had an "uneasy feeling" ...	What appointment did Eisenhower receive on June 23, 1942?	{ "answer_start": [ 391 ], "text": [ "Commanding General, European Theater of Operations" ] }
57324966b9d445190005e9b7	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	At the end of May 1942, Eisenhower accompanied Lt. Gen. Henry H. Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, to London to assess the effectiveness of the theater commander in England, Maj. Gen. James E. Chaney. He returned to Washington on June 3 with a pessimistic assessment, stating he had an "uneasy feeling" ...	Who commanded the English theater in May 1942?	{ "answer_start": [ 201 ], "text": [ "James E. Chaney" ] }
57324966b9d445190005e9b9	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	At the end of May 1942, Eisenhower accompanied Lt. Gen. Henry H. Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, to London to assess the effectiveness of the theater commander in England, Maj. Gen. James E. Chaney. He returned to Washington on June 3 with a pessimistic assessment, stating he had an "uneasy feeling" ...	To what rank was Eisenhower promoted on July 7, 1942?	{ "answer_start": [ 558 ], "text": [ "lieutenant general" ] }
573249b1b9d445190005e9bf	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In November 1942, he was also appointed Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force of the North African Theater of Operations (NATOUSA) through the new operational Headquarters Allied (Expeditionary) Force Headquarters (A(E)FHQ). The word "expeditionary" was dropped soon after his appointment for security reasons. Th...	What appointment did Eisenhower receive in November of 1942?	{ "answer_start": [ 40 ], "text": [ "Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force of the North African Theater of Operations" ] }
573249b1b9d445190005e9c0	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In November 1942, he was also appointed Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force of the North African Theater of Operations (NATOUSA) through the new operational Headquarters Allied (Expeditionary) Force Headquarters (A(E)FHQ). The word "expeditionary" was dropped soon after his appointment for security reasons. Th...	What was the code name of the North African campaign?	{ "answer_start": [ 362 ], "text": [ "Operation Torch" ] }
573249b1b9d445190005e9c1	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In November 1942, he was also appointed Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force of the North African Theater of Operations (NATOUSA) through the new operational Headquarters Allied (Expeditionary) Force Headquarters (A(E)FHQ). The word "expeditionary" was dropped soon after his appointment for security reasons. Th...	At what location was the North African campaign planned?	{ "answer_start": [ 417 ], "text": [ "Rock of Gibraltar" ] }
573249b1b9d445190005e9c2	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In November 1942, he was also appointed Supreme Commander Allied Expeditionary Force of the North African Theater of Operations (NATOUSA) through the new operational Headquarters Allied (Expeditionary) Force Headquarters (A(E)FHQ). The word "expeditionary" was dropped soon after his appointment for security reasons. Th...	How many years before Eisenhower's command had a non-Briton commanded Gibraltar?	{ "answer_start": [ 504 ], "text": [ "200" ] }
57324a59e17f3d14004227e1	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	French cooperation was deemed necessary to the campaign, and Eisenhower encountered a "preposterous situation" with the multiple rival factions in France. His primary objective was to move forces successfully into Tunisia, and intending to facilitate that objective, he gave his support to François Darlan as High Commis...	What geographic area was the primary objective of Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 214 ], "text": [ "Tunisia" ] }
57324a59e17f3d14004227e2	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	French cooperation was deemed necessary to the campaign, and Eisenhower encountered a "preposterous situation" with the multiple rival factions in France. His primary objective was to move forces successfully into Tunisia, and intending to facilitate that objective, he gave his support to François Darlan as High Commis...	Who initially served as High Commissioner of North Africa?	{ "answer_start": [ 290 ], "text": [ "François Darlan" ] }
57324a59e17f3d14004227e3	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	French cooperation was deemed necessary to the campaign, and Eisenhower encountered a "preposterous situation" with the multiple rival factions in France. His primary objective was to move forces successfully into Tunisia, and intending to facilitate that objective, he gave his support to François Darlan as High Commis...	Who killed François Darlan?	{ "answer_start": [ 759 ], "text": [ "Fernand Bonnier de La Chapelle" ] }
57324a59e17f3d14004227e4	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	French cooperation was deemed necessary to the campaign, and Eisenhower encountered a "preposterous situation" with the multiple rival factions in France. His primary objective was to move forces successfully into Tunisia, and intending to facilitate that objective, he gave his support to François Darlan as High Commis...	Who served as High Commissioner of North Africa after Darlan's death?	{ "answer_start": [ 1072 ], "text": [ "Henri Giraud" ] }
57324a59e17f3d14004227e5	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	French cooperation was deemed necessary to the campaign, and Eisenhower encountered a "preposterous situation" with the multiple rival factions in France. His primary objective was to move forces successfully into Tunisia, and intending to facilitate that objective, he gave his support to François Darlan as High Commis...	On what day did Darlan die?	{ "answer_start": [ 744 ], "text": [ "December 24" ] }
57324af4b9d445190005e9c7	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Operation Torch also served as a valuable training ground for Eisenhower's combat command skills; during the initial phase of Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel's move into the Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower created some confusion in the ranks by some interference with the execution of battle plans by his subordinates. He a...	What was Rommel's rank?	{ "answer_start": [ 126 ], "text": [ "Generalfeldmarschall" ] }
57324af4b9d445190005e9c8	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Operation Torch also served as a valuable training ground for Eisenhower's combat command skills; during the initial phase of Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel's move into the Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower created some confusion in the ranks by some interference with the execution of battle plans by his subordinates. He a...	Who commanded II Corps before being removed by Eisenhower?	{ "answer_start": [ 367 ], "text": [ "Lloyd Fredendall" ] }
57324af4b9d445190005e9c9	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Operation Torch also served as a valuable training ground for Eisenhower's combat command skills; during the initial phase of Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel's move into the Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower created some confusion in the ranks by some interference with the execution of battle plans by his subordinates. He a...	Who commanded the UK's Eighth Army?	{ "answer_start": [ 627 ], "text": [ "Bernard Montgomery" ] }
57324af4b9d445190005e9ca	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Operation Torch also served as a valuable training ground for Eisenhower's combat command skills; during the initial phase of Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel's move into the Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower created some confusion in the ranks by some interference with the execution of battle plans by his subordinates. He a...	When did Eisenhower receive authority over the British Eighth Army?	{ "answer_start": [ 472 ], "text": [ "February 1943" ] }
57324af4b9d445190005e9cb	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Operation Torch also served as a valuable training ground for Eisenhower's combat command skills; during the initial phase of Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel's move into the Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower created some confusion in the ranks by some interference with the execution of battle plans by his subordinates. He a...	What did Eisenhower command after he commanded ETOUSA?	{ "answer_start": [ 856 ], "text": [ "NATOUSA" ] }
57324b3be99e3014001e665c	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the capitulation of Axis forces in North Africa, Eisenhower oversaw the highly successful invasion of Sicily. Once Mussolini, the Italian leader, had fallen in Italy, the Allies switched their attention to the mainland with Operation Avalanche. But while Eisenhower argued with President Roosevelt and British Prim...	What did the Allies invade after they conquered North Africa?	{ "answer_start": [ 108 ], "text": [ "Sicily" ] }
57324b3be99e3014001e665d	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the capitulation of Axis forces in North Africa, Eisenhower oversaw the highly successful invasion of Sicily. Once Mussolini, the Italian leader, had fallen in Italy, the Allies switched their attention to the mainland with Operation Avalanche. But while Eisenhower argued with President Roosevelt and British Prim...	What was the invasion of mainland Italy called?	{ "answer_start": [ 230 ], "text": [ "Operation Avalanche" ] }
57324b3be99e3014001e665e	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the capitulation of Axis forces in North Africa, Eisenhower oversaw the highly successful invasion of Sicily. Once Mussolini, the Italian leader, had fallen in Italy, the Allies switched their attention to the mainland with Operation Avalanche. But while Eisenhower argued with President Roosevelt and British Prim...	What was the initial ratio of Axis to Allied divisions in Italy?	{ "answer_start": [ 602 ], "text": [ "2 to 1" ] }
57324b3be99e3014001e665f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the capitulation of Axis forces in North Africa, Eisenhower oversaw the highly successful invasion of Sicily. Once Mussolini, the Italian leader, had fallen in Italy, the Allies switched their attention to the mainland with Operation Avalanche. But while Eisenhower argued with President Roosevelt and British Prim...	How many divisions did the Germans add to Italy?	{ "answer_start": [ 544 ], "text": [ "19" ] }
57324b3be99e3014001e6660	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	After the capitulation of Axis forces in North Africa, Eisenhower oversaw the highly successful invasion of Sicily. Once Mussolini, the Italian leader, had fallen in Italy, the Allies switched their attention to the mainland with Operation Avalanche. But while Eisenhower argued with President Roosevelt and British Prim...	Until he was deposed, who was the leader of Italy?	{ "answer_start": [ 121 ], "text": [ "Mussolini" ] }
57324b820fdd8d15006c692d	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In December 1943, President Roosevelt decided that Eisenhower – not Marshall – would be Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. The following month, he resumed command of ETOUSA and the following month was officially designated as the Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), serving in a dual rol...	Other than Eisenhower, who was considered for the appointment of Supreme Allied Commander in Europe?	{ "answer_start": [ 68 ], "text": [ "Marshall" ] }
57324b820fdd8d15006c692e	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In December 1943, President Roosevelt decided that Eisenhower – not Marshall – would be Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. The following month, he resumed command of ETOUSA and the following month was officially designated as the Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), serving in a dual rol...	What did SHAEF stand for?	{ "answer_start": [ 231 ], "text": [ "Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force" ] }
57324b820fdd8d15006c692f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In December 1943, President Roosevelt decided that Eisenhower – not Marshall – would be Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. The following month, he resumed command of ETOUSA and the following month was officially designated as the Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), serving in a dual rol...	Who appointed Eisenhower as Supreme Allied Commander in Europe?	{ "answer_start": [ 28 ], "text": [ "Roosevelt" ] }
57324b820fdd8d15006c6930	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In December 1943, President Roosevelt decided that Eisenhower – not Marshall – would be Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. The following month, he resumed command of ETOUSA and the following month was officially designated as the Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), serving in a dual rol...	What was the Allied invasion of Normandy called?	{ "answer_start": [ 516 ], "text": [ "Operation Overlord" ] }
57324b820fdd8d15006c6931	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	In December 1943, President Roosevelt decided that Eisenhower – not Marshall – would be Supreme Allied Commander in Europe. The following month, he resumed command of ETOUSA and the following month was officially designated as the Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF), serving in a dual rol...	When did Operation Overlord take place?	{ "answer_start": [ 486 ], "text": [ "June 1944" ] }
57324c04e17f3d1400422805	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower, as well as the officers and troops under him, had learned valuable lessons in their previous operations, and their skills had all strengthened in preparation for the next most difficult campaign against the Germans—a beach landing assault. His first struggles, however, were with Allied leaders and officers ...	Who refused to provide Eisenhower with landing craft?	{ "answer_start": [ 564 ], "text": [ "Ernest J. King" ] }
57324c04e17f3d1400422806	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower, as well as the officers and troops under him, had learned valuable lessons in their previous operations, and their skills had all strengthened in preparation for the next most difficult campaign against the Germans—a beach landing assault. His first struggles, however, were with Allied leaders and officers ...	What concern did Churchill have in regard to Eisenhower's pre-invasion bombing plan?	{ "answer_start": [ 997 ], "text": [ "civilian casualties" ] }
57324c04e17f3d1400422807	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower, as well as the officers and troops under him, had learned valuable lessons in their previous operations, and their skills had all strengthened in preparation for the next most difficult campaign against the Germans—a beach landing assault. His first struggles, however, were with Allied leaders and officers ...	What did Patton do that first caused Eisenhower to reprimand him?	{ "answer_start": [ 1285 ], "text": [ "slapped a subordinate" ] }
57324c04e17f3d1400422808	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower, as well as the officers and troops under him, had learned valuable lessons in their previous operations, and their skills had all strengthened in preparation for the next most difficult campaign against the Germans—a beach landing assault. His first struggles, however, were with Allied leaders and officers ...	What were the French resistance to be used for in advance of the invasion of France?	{ "answer_start": [ 481 ], "text": [ "covert and sabotage operations" ] }
57324c04e17f3d1400422809	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Eisenhower, as well as the officers and troops under him, had learned valuable lessons in their previous operations, and their skills had all strengthened in preparation for the next most difficult campaign against the Germans—a beach landing assault. His first struggles, however, were with Allied leaders and officers ...	Who was the leader of French forces in this period?	{ "answer_start": [ 1018 ], "text": [ "de Gaulle" ] }
57324c70e17f3d140042280f	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The D-Day Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, were costly but successful. A month later, the invasion of Southern France took place, and control of forces in the southern invasion passed from the AFHQ to the SHAEF. Many prematurely considered that victory in Europe would come by summer's end—however the Germans did not ...	When did the Normandy invasion occur?	{ "answer_start": [ 31 ], "text": [ "June 6, 1944" ] }
57324c70e17f3d1400422810	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The D-Day Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, were costly but successful. A month later, the invasion of Southern France took place, and control of forces in the southern invasion passed from the AFHQ to the SHAEF. Many prematurely considered that victory in Europe would come by summer's end—however the Germans did not ...	How long after the Normandy invasion did the landings in Southern France occur?	{ "answer_start": [ 75 ], "text": [ "month" ] }
57324c70e17f3d1400422811	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The D-Day Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, were costly but successful. A month later, the invasion of Southern France took place, and control of forces in the southern invasion passed from the AFHQ to the SHAEF. Many prematurely considered that victory in Europe would come by summer's end—however the Germans did not ...	When did the war in Europe end?	{ "answer_start": [ 398 ], "text": [ "May 8, 1945" ] }
57324c70e17f3d1400422812	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The D-Day Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, were costly but successful. A month later, the invasion of Southern France took place, and control of forces in the southern invasion passed from the AFHQ to the SHAEF. Many prematurely considered that victory in Europe would come by summer's end—however the Germans did not ...	How many divisions involved in the Allied invasion of Europe did Eisenhower visit?	{ "answer_start": [ 799 ], "text": [ "every" ] }
57324c70e17f3d1400422813	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	The D-Day Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, were costly but successful. A month later, the invasion of Southern France took place, and control of forces in the southern invasion passed from the AFHQ to the SHAEF. Many prematurely considered that victory in Europe would come by summer's end—however the Germans did not ...	After what possible event would the speech called one of the greatest in history have been delivered?	{ "answer_start": [ 934 ], "text": [ "if the invasion failed" ] }
57324d11b9d445190005e9eb	Dwight_D._Eisenhower	Once the coastal assault had succeeded, Eisenhower insisted on retaining personal control over the land battle strategy, and was immersed in the command and supply of multiple assaults through France on Germany. Field Marshal Montgomery insisted priority be given to his 21st Army Group's attack being made in the north,...	What unit did Montgomery command?	{ "answer_start": [ 271 ], "text": [ "21st Army Group" ] }

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