Franklin D. Roosevelt

Buffalo, New York, 32nd President

Background

• Born January, 1882, Hyde Park, New York
• Only child of wealthy parents
• Married Eleanor Roosevelt; they had six children

Other Offices Held

• Senator, New York
• Governor, New York
• Assistant Secretary of the Navy

Accomplishments

• Established New Deal to provide relief to unemployed during Great Depression
• Established Tennessee Valley Authority to help business and agriculture recover Created Social Security
• Led United States into World War II after Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
• Helped create United Nations

Interesting Fact

Roosevelt was struck with polio at 39; he fought to regain the use of his legs — particularly through swimming.

Famous Words

"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself..."

Part of Inaugural Address