Franklin Delano Roosevelt (January 30, 1882 – April 12, 1945)
Often referred to by his initials FDR, Roosevelt was a political leader who
served as the 32nd president of the United States from 1933 until his death
in 1945. A Democrat, he won a record four presidential elections and became
a central figure in world events during the first half of the 20th century.
Franklin Roosevelt directed the federal government during most of the Great
Depression, implementing his New Deal domestic agenda in response to the
worst economic crisis in U.S. history.
Harry S. Truman (left) and Franklin D. Roosevelt.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates Timberline
Lodge at Mt. Hood in Oregon on Sept. 28, 1937.
(The Oregonian)