Millions cheer Eisenhower in New York City 80 years ago this hour (June 19 1945)

1940s, World War II


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(Tuesday, June 19, 1945, Eisenhower steps off his plane at La Guardia Field at 10:17 a.m. EDT; during World War II) — Millions of New Yorkers turned out today to cheer Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, who was honored with a parade.