Personal Photo Gallery

Born Robert Joseph Dole on July 22, 1923 to parents Doran & Bina Dole, Bob…

Neighbors and friends recall Bob Dole growing up as an “All American Boy”…

In September 1941, a $300 loan from a Russell banker enabled Bob to attend the…

While pursuing his studies at KU, Dole also competed at football and track…

Shortly after Pearl Harbor, Dole left KU to join the Army. Called to active duty…

On April 14, 1945, Dole and his platoon became the target of a German sniper…

Unable to use his right arm and barely able to walk, Dole appealed…

In 1948, Dole married his physical therapist Phyllis Holden…

In 1975, Dole married Elizabeth Hanford, a deputy to the White House…

Always supportive, Elizabeth also enjoyed a distinguished career of her own…