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Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Definition

Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. He is best known for leading the country through the Great Depression and World War II.

Analogy

Think of FDR as a captain steering a ship through a storm. The ship represents America, and the storm symbolizes both the Great Depression and World War II. Despite facing these massive challenges, FDR managed to keep the ship on course and lead it safely to calmer waters.

Related terms

New Deal: The New Deal was a series of programs implemented during FDR’s presidency aimed at providing relief for those suffering during the Great Depression by creating jobs and stimulating economic recovery.

World War II: A global conflict that took place from 1939-1945. It involved many of the world's nations in two opposing military alliances - Allies and Axis powers. The US joined after Pearl Harbor attack in December 1941 under FDR's leadership.

Eleanor Roosevelt: She was an American political figure, diplomat, activist and wife of President Franklin D. Roosevelt who served as First Lady during her husband's presidency from March 1933 to April 1945.