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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 his leadership during the Great Depression and World War II, implementing the New Deal to help the American economy and leading the Allies to victory. Roosevelt's presidency marked a significant transformation in American politics and governance, and he remains a central figure in U.S. history.

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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. 1903

    Graduation from Harvard University

    Franklin D Roosevelt graduated from Harvard University with a degree in history. During his time at Harvard, he was the editor of the Harvard Crimson newspaper.
  3. 1905

    Marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt

    Franklin D Roosevelt married his distant cousin, Eleanor Roosevelt, on March 17, 1905. Eleanor would become an influential First Lady and political figure in her own right.
  4. 1910

    Elected to New York State Senate

    Franklin D Roosevelt began his political career by being elected to the New York State Senate, representing Dutchess, Columbia, and Putnam counties.
  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 provided him with valuable administrative and military experience.
  6. 1920

    Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee

    Franklin D Roosevelt was the Democratic Party's 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

    Struck by Polio

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

    Elected Governor of New York

    Franklin D Roosevelt was elected Governor of New York in 1928, serving two terms until 1932. His tenure as governor helped solidify his reputation as a progressive reformer.
  9. 1932

    Elected President of the United States

    Franklin D Roosevelt was elected the 32nd President of the United States in 1932, defeating incumbent Herbert Hoover. His election marked the beginning of the New Deal era.
  10. 1933

    Inauguration and New Deal Initiatives

    Franklin D Roosevelt was inaugurated on March 4, 1933. He quickly launched the New Deal, a series of programs and reforms aimed at combating the Great Depression.
  11. 1940

    Elected to a Third Term

    Franklin D Roosevelt was elected to an unprecedented third term as President of the United States, reflecting his leadership during the ongoing global conflict of World War II.
  12. 1941

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

    Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Franklin D Roosevelt led the United States into World War II, declaring war on Japan and later on Germany and Italy.
  13. 1944

    Elected to a Fourth Term

    Franklin D Roosevelt was elected to a fourth term as President in 1944, but his health was deteriorating. He continued to lead the nation through the final stages of World War II.
  14. 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.
  15. 1945

    Legacy of Franklin D Roosevelt

    Franklin D Roosevelt's legacy includes his transformative New Deal policies, leadership during World War II, and his role in establishing the United Nations. He is remembered as one of the most influential presidents in American history.

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