FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT
1882 - 1945

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, or FDR, was the very decision oriented 32nd president of the United States.

FDR's hobbies were fishing, swimming, ship models, and his stamp collection. He was a good communicator. Everyone, no matter how high educated, understood what he meant.

FDR mistakenly believed Stalin's promises in spite of the warnings from his intelligence office. However, he managed to lead the nation through the Great Depression and World War II.

Even though he got very sick with poliomyelitis he still stayed active in the duties of his office. Apparently, the people liked him. He was the only president elected to the office for four terms.

FDR'S FAMILY
President Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt was his fifth cousin.

Teddy's niece was Eleanor Roosevelt, whom FDR married.

FDR's parents were James and Sara Delano Roosevelt.

FDR TRIVIA
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