The 2019 White House Christmas Ornament honors Dwight D. Eisenhower who served as the thirty-fourth president of the United States from 1953 to 1961 Eisenhower was the first president to fly in a helicopter while in office in June 1957, afterwards using it frequently throughout his presidency Crafted from non-tarnishing 24k gold-plated brass; metal with gold plating Made in the USA Includes brochure describing the inspiration for its design and historical background The White House Historical Association's Official 2019 White House Christmas Ornament honors Dwight D. Eisenhower, the thirty-fourth president of the United States. This ornament symbolizes President Eisenhower's commitment to innovation. Eisenhower was the first president to fly in a helicopter while in office in June 1957, and thereafter the helicopter became a feature of White House life. It was often used by the president to commute short distances, demonstrating to the public and indeed the world that it was safe. As the first president to regularly use a helicopter, he had two Executive Flight Detachments for his transport. These were provided by flight crews of the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps. To demonstrate his impartiality, the president alternated between these helicopters and their respective military personnel. Likewise, the Official 2019 White House Christmas Ornament does not represent a single helicopter. One side features the Presidential Seal, representing Eisenhower's two terms as commander in chief of the Armed Forces. On the other side is his five-star rank, honoring his military service as a general in the United States Army.