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Franklin D. Roosevelt - president of the United States from 1933 to 1945

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Franklin Delano Roosevelt, commonly known as FDR, was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. He led the country through two of the greatest crises of the 20th century: the Great Depression and World War II. This timeline highlights significant events and milestones in his life and presidency.
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Birth of Franklin D. Roosevelt
January 30, 1882
Franklin Delano Roosevelt was born in Hyde Park, New York, to James Roosevelt and Sara Ann Delano. He was the fifth cousin of Theodore Roosevelt, who would later become the 26th president of the United States.
Education at Groton and Harvard
1896-1900
Roosevelt attended Groton School and later matriculated at Harvard College, where he received his A.B. degree in 1903. He then entered Columbia University Law School in 1904.
Marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt
1905
Franklin D. Roosevelt married Anna Eleanor Roosevelt on March 17, 1905. The couple had six children and Eleanor would become a significant figure in American politics and society.
New York State Senate
1911-1913
Roosevelt was elected to the New York State Senate, where he served two terms. This marked the beginning of his political career.
Paralytic Illness
1921
Roosevelt contracted a paralytic illness that permanently paralyzed his legs. Despite this, he continued his political career, encouraged by his wife Eleanor.
Governor of New York
1929-1933
Roosevelt served as the governor of New York, where he promoted programs to combat the Great Depression. This experience prepared him for his future role as president.
Election as President
1932
Roosevelt was elected as the 32nd president of the United States, defeating President Herbert Hoover in a landslide victory.
First New Deal
1933-1934
Roosevelt implemented the First New Deal, a series of programs and reforms aimed at providing relief and recovery from the Great Depression. Key measures included the Emergency Banking Act, the Federal Emergency Relief Administration, and the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Second New Deal
1935
Roosevelt initiated the Second New Deal, which included the Social Security Act, the Works Progress Administration, and the Wagner Act. These programs further expanded federal intervention in the economy and protected workers' rights.
World War II Leadership
1939-1945
Roosevelt led the United States through World War II, working closely with other national leaders to defeat the Axis powers. He played a crucial role in the development of the United Nations and other post-war institutions.
Death of Franklin D. Roosevelt
April 12, 1945
Franklin D. Roosevelt died in Warm Springs, Georgia, after his physical health had seriously and steadily declined during the war years.

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