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Franklin D. Roosevelt

Franklin D. Roosevelt, often referred to by his initials FDR, was the 32nd President of the United States, serving from 1933 to 1945. He is best known for leading the country during the Great Depression and World War II, implementing the New Deal to combat economic hardship, and establishing Social Security. Roosevelt's leadership and policies have left a lasting impact on American society and governance.

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The Timeline

1882 — 1945

  1. 1882

    Birth of Franklin D. Roosevelt

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was born on January 30, 1882, in Hyde Park, New York, to James Roosevelt and Sara Ann Delano Roosevelt.
  2. 1900

    Enrollment at Harvard University

    Franklin D. Roosevelt enrolled at Harvard University, where he studied history, economics, and political science. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1903.
  3. 1905

    Marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt

    Franklin D. Roosevelt married his fifth cousin once removed, Eleanor Roosevelt, on March 17, 1905. Eleanor would later become a significant political figure and activist in her own right.
  4. 1910

    Elected to New York State Senate

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to the New York State Senate, representing the Democratic Party. His service began his long career in public service.
  5. 1913

    Appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy

    President Woodrow Wilson appointed Franklin D. Roosevelt as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, a position he held until 1920. This role gave him significant administrative experience and a deep understanding of naval affairs.
  6. 1920

    Vice Presidential Candidacy

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States, running alongside presidential candidate James M. Cox. They were defeated by the Republican ticket of Warren G. Harding and Calvin Coolidge.
  7. 1921

    Diagnosed with Polio

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was diagnosed with polio in 1921, which left him permanently paralyzed from the waist down. Despite his disability, he remained active in politics.
  8. 1928

    Elected Governor of New York

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected Governor of New York in 1928, where he implemented progressive policies to combat the effects of the Great Depression in the state.
  9. 1932

    Elected President of the United States

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected the 32nd President of the United States, defeating incumbent Herbert Hoover. He promised a "New Deal" to help the country recover from the Great Depression.
  10. 1933

    Inauguration and New Deal Implementation

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was inaugurated as President on March 4, 1933. He immediately began implementing the New Deal, a series of programs and reforms designed to provide relief, recovery, and reform to the American economy.
  11. 1935

    Social Security Act Signed

    Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on August 14, 1935, establishing a system of old-age benefits and unemployment insurance.
  12. 1940

    Elected to Third Term as President

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to an unprecedented third term as President of the United States, reflecting his continued popularity and leadership during a time of global crisis.
  13. 1941

    Pearl Harbor Attack and U.S. Entry into World War II

    On December 7, 1941, Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, leading Franklin D. Roosevelt to ask Congress to declare war on Japan the following day, marking the United States' entry into World War II.
  14. 1944

    Elected to Fourth Term as President

    Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to a fourth term as President, becoming the only U.S. President to serve more than two terms. His leadership was crucial during the final years of World War II.
  15. 1945

    Death of Franklin D. Roosevelt

    Franklin D. Roosevelt died on April 12, 1945, in Warm Springs, Georgia, just months before the end of World War II. His death marked the end of an era in American politics.

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