TodayInHistory: Birth of Franklin D. Roosevelt

On this day in 1882, history welcomed Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States. Born into an affluent New York family, Roosevelt entered politics, inspired by his distant cousin, Theodore Roosevelt. His path took him to the New York Senate and eventually the Assistant Secretary of the Navy. However, in 1921, tragedy struck when he contracted polio, leaving him with lasting physical limitations.

Undeterred, Roosevelt's resilience and charisma propelled him back into the public eye. In 1933, amidst the Great Depression's despair, he became President. His bold New Deal programs, from job creation to social welfare, aimed to lift the nation from its knees. Through fireside chats, Roosevelt instilled hope and forged a unique connection with the American people.

His leadership wasn't limited to domestic struggles. As World War II engulfed the globe, Roosevelt guided the United States through its darkest hour. He forged crucial alliances, mobilized the nation's might, and ultimately helped secure victory over tyranny. By the time of his death in 1945, Roosevelt had transformed the presidency and left an indelible mark on American history, remembered as a beacon of hope in times of crisis.

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