Which president delivered the Farewell Address in 1961 signaling the end of his presidency?

Which president delivered the Farewell Address in 1961 signaling the end of his presidency?

• A. John F. Kennedy
• B. Dwight D. Eisenhower
• C. Harry S. Truman
• D. Richard Nixon

Answer: (B)

Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered the Farewell Address in 1961 as he completed his two terms as president. He had led the country from 1953 to 1961, following his pivotal role as Allied Supreme Commander in World War II. In that farewell, he reflected on the nation’s achievements and warned about the growing influence of the military-industrial complex, urging careful attention to how defense spending and industrial power could shape national policy. This speech marked the handover of leadership to John F. Kennedy, who took office later that month. The other figures listed were in office at different times or in different contexts: Kennedy began his presidency in 1961, Truman’s presidency ended in 1953, and Nixon’s presidency began in 1969 and ended with his resignation.

Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered the Farewell Address in 1961 as he completed his two terms as president. He had led the country from 1953 to 1961, following his pivotal role as Allied Supreme Commander in World War II. In that farewell, he reflected on the nation’s achievements and warned about the growing influence of the military-industrial complex, urging careful attention to how defense spending and industrial power could shape national policy. This speech marked the handover of leadership to John F. Kennedy, who took office later that month. The other figures listed were in office at different times or in different contexts: Kennedy began his presidency in 1961, Truman’s presidency ended in 1953, and Nixon’s presidency began in 1969 and ended with his resignation.