The trustees of Columbia University refused to accept Eisenhower's resignation in December 1950, when he took an extended leave from the university to become the Supreme Commander of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and he was given operational command of NATO forces in Europe. Eisenhower retired from active service as an Army general on May 31, 1952, and he resumed his presidency of Columbia. He held this position until January 20, 1953, when he became the President of the United States. COUNT 5
QSN1 When was Eisenhower's resignation of Columbia turned down? ANS1 December 1950 QSN2 What role did Eisenhower fill after leaving Columbia? ANS2 Supreme Commander of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization QSN3 On what date did Eisenhower leave active duty in the military? ANS3 May 31, 1952 QSN4 What job did Eisenhower hold after his second tenure as president of Columbia? ANS4 President of the United States QSN5 When did Eisenhower become President of the United States? ANS5 January 20, 1953