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Grades: 9th-12th

Public Health in the Eisenhower Era

Program Length: 50 minutes

Discover how the Eisenhower administration responded to major health challenges of the 1950s, from the fight against polio to the promotion of fitness and medical research. Using historical documents and images, this program explores how Cold War priorities shaped lasting public health policy.

Bring History to Life

Join us for engaging learning experiences designed for young minds.

Two individuals on steps in front of an airplane. One person is waving, and both are wearing military uniforms with medals.