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 An
Overview of Franklin Roosevelt's Administration
Franklin Delano Roosevelt served
as President for more than 12 years, longer than
any other. He led the nation through its greatest
depression and its worst war. He died just 83
days after being inaugurated for his fourth term. |
 The
Life and Career of Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Born into a wealthy family,
Franklin Roosevelt entered politics because he
believed it offered great opportunity for public
service. Before he was elected President, he
served in the New York State Senate, as Assistant
Secretary of the Navy, and as Governor of New
York. |
 Anna Eleanor Roosevelt
Although initially unsure about being the wife of
a President, Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the
most visible and active First Ladies in history.
She held weekly press conferences, wrote a
syndicated column, and was a vocal supprter of
the civil rights movement and other causes. |
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