Franklin D. Roosevelt

::FDR redirects here. For other uses, see FDR (disambiguation).

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Franklin Delano Roosevelt (January 30, 1882 – April 12, 1945), 32nd President of the United States (1933-1945), the longest-serving holder of the office and the only man to be elected President more than twice, was one of the central figures of 20th century history. Born to wealth and privilege, he overcame a crippling illness to place himself at the head of the forces of reform. His family and close friends called him Frank. To the public he was usually known as FDR. He was one of the most popular presidents in American history, leading the nation as it emerged from the Great Depression and through World War II.

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January 30 - 1882 - April 12 - 1945 - President of the United States - 1933 - 20th century - Great Depression - World War II

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