General Eisenhower Receives Freedom Of The City Of London -- After the ceremony at the Guildhall, where the Supreme Allied Commander received the Freedom of the City of London, General Eisenhower arrives at the Mansion House with Sir Frank Alexander. Lord Mayor of London, to attend a Civic Luncheon held in his honour.General Dwight D. Eisenhower drove through cheering crowds to the Guildhall, where he received the Freedom of the City of London. The Supreme Allied Commander was afterwards guest of honour at a luncheon in the Mansion House, which was attended by the City Corporation. members of the War Cabinet, and many other distinguished persons, heeded by the Prime Minister. June 12, 1945. (Photo by Plant News Ltd.).