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The 32nd President of the United States, serving from 1933 to 1945. He led the country through the Great Depression and World War II, implementing numerous social and economic reforms.
A series of programs and policies implemented by Franklin D. Roosevelt to combat the effects of the Great Depression. It aimed to provide relief, recovery, and reform.
A global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving many nations. Franklin D. Roosevelt played a crucial role in leading the United States during the war.
A severe economic downturn that lasted from 1929 to the late 1930s. Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency saw the implementation of various measures to alleviate the effects of the Great Depression.
A surprise military attack by the Japanese on the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941. It led to the United States' entry into World War II.
A meeting held in February 1945 between Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin to discuss the post-war reorganization of Europe and the establishment of the United Nations.
A series of radio broadcasts made by Franklin D. Roosevelt to communicate with the American people. These chats helped build public confidence and support for his policies.
Franklin D. Roosevelt contracted polio, a viral disease that affected his mobility. Despite his disability, he went on to become one of the most influential presidents in American history.
The wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt and a prominent political figure in her own right. She was a strong advocate for civil rights, women's rights, and social justice.
A speech delivered by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941, outlining four essential freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.
A set of additional programs and reforms introduced by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935 to further combat the effects of the Great Depression and promote economic recovery.
A controversial proposal by Franklin D. Roosevelt to expand the number of justices on the Supreme Court. It was aimed at ensuring support for his New Deal policies but was ultimately unsuccessful.
A foreign policy approach adopted by Franklin D. Roosevelt, emphasizing non-intervention and cooperation with Latin American countries. It aimed to improve relations and promote economic growth in the region.
A program established by Franklin D. Roosevelt during the Great Depression, providing employment to young men in conservation and natural resource projects.
A landmark piece of legislation signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935, establishing a system of social insurance and welfare programs to provide economic security for the elderly, disabled, and unemployed.
A period of severe dust storms and ecological damage in the Great Plains region of the United States during the 1930s. Franklin D. Roosevelt implemented measures to address the environmental and economic impact of the Dust Bowl.
A top-secret research project during World War II that developed the first atomic bombs. Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the project, leading to the eventual use of atomic weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
An international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among nations. Franklin D. Roosevelt played a key role in its establishment.
A program authorized by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941, allowing the United States to provide military aid to Allied nations during World War II.
The forced relocation and internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which authorized the internment.
A devastating weapon that uses nuclear reactions to release a tremendous amount of energy. Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the development and use of atomic bombs during World War II.
The Allied invasion of Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, during World War II. It marked a turning point in the war and led to the eventual liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control.
A federal law signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1938, establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards in the United States.
A law passed in 1944 to provide educational and financial benefits to World War II veterans. It helped millions of veterans pursue higher education and obtain housing and business loans.
An American initiative launched in 1948 to provide economic aid and assistance to Western European countries devastated by World War II. It aimed to promote economic recovery and prevent the spread of communism.
A foreign policy doctrine announced by President Harry S. Truman in 1947, pledging support to countries threatened by communism. It marked a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy towards containment.
A massive airlift operation conducted by the United States and its allies to supply West Berlin during a Soviet blockade in 1948-1949. It demonstrated Western determination to resist Soviet aggression.
A conflict that lasted from 1950 to 1953 between North Korea (supported by China and the Soviet Union) and South Korea (supported by the United Nations, primarily the United States). It ended in an armistice, with the Korean Peninsula remaining divided.
A period of geopolitical tension and ideological rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union, lasting from the end of World War II to the early 1990s. Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency marked the beginning of the Cold War era.
A political alliance formed during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency, consisting of labor unions, minorities, farmers, and intellectuals. It supported the Democratic Party and the New Deal policies.
A brief economic downturn that occurred in 1937-1938 during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency. It was caused by a reduction in government spending and tightening of monetary policy.
A failed attempt by Franklin D. Roosevelt to increase the number of justices on the Supreme Court. He sought to secure support for his New Deal policies by appointing additional justices sympathetic to his agenda.
A military strategy employed by the United States during World War II in the Pacific theater. It involved capturing strategic islands and bypassing heavily fortified ones, gradually moving closer to Japan.
An executive order signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1942, authorizing the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. It resulted in the forced relocation and imprisonment of over 120,000 individuals.
Also known as the National Labor Relations Act, it was passed in 1935 to protect the rights of workers to organize and bargain collectively. It was a key piece of labor legislation during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency.
An agency created by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to provide deposit insurance and maintain stability in the banking system. It guarantees the safety of deposits in member banks.
A federal agency established by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to provide flood control, electricity generation, and economic development in the Tennessee Valley region. It was one of the most successful New Deal programs.
A short-lived federal agency created by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to provide employment during the Great Depression. It focused on public works projects and employed millions of people.
A federal agency established by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935 to provide employment to millions of people during the Great Depression. It focused on infrastructure projects, arts, and cultural programs.
A federal agency created by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to promote economic recovery during the Great Depression. It aimed to establish fair business practices and set industry codes.
A federal agency established by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to provide relief to unemployed and impoverished Americans during the Great Depression. It provided direct financial assistance and employment opportunities.