On this day in history, June 25, 1942, Eisenhower is appointed supreme commander of Allied Forces in Europe

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Dwight D. Eisenhower was promoted to lead the U.S. forces in Europe on this day in history, June 25, 1942. Shortly after, he would be named a lieutenant general.

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