12 April - US President Franklin D. Roosevelt death anniversary

 

Franklin D. Roosevelt, often referred to by his initials FDR, was the 32nd President of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. Here's an overview of his life and presidency:

Early Life:

• Franklin Delano Roosevelt was born on January 30, 1882, in Hyde Park, New York, into a wealthy and prominent family.
• He attended Harvard University and later Columbia Law School.

Political Career:

• Roosevelt entered politics and served in various positions, including as a New York State Senator and Assistant Secretary of the Navy under President Woodrow Wilson.
• In 1920, he ran as the Democratic Party's vice-presidential candidate on the unsuccessful ticket with James M. Cox.

Presidency:

• FDR was elected President in 1932, during the height of the Great Depression. He implemented the New Deal, a series of programs and reforms aimed at economic recovery, relief for the unemployed, and financial reform.
• He was re-elected three more times, serving as President for four terms, the only president to do so.
• His presidency oversaw significant legislation, including the Social Security Act, the establishment of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the Works Progress Administration (WPA).
• FDR also led the country through World War II, guiding the Allies to victory against the Axis powers.

Legacy:

• Roosevelt's leadership during the Great Depression and World War II earned him widespread acclaim. His New Deal policies fundamentally changed the role of the federal government in the United States, expanding its responsibilities in social welfare and economic regulation.
• He is remembered as one of the most influential presidents in American history, and his presidency is often cited as a transformative period in American politics and society.
• Roosevelt died on April 12, 1945, just months into his fourth term, and was succeeded by his vice president, Harry S. Truman.

Franklin D. Roosevelt's impact on the United States and the world is profound, and he remains a highly regarded figure in American history.