Franklin D. Roosevelt's PresidencyWhen Franklin Delano Roosevelt took office in 1932, the United States was in crisis. The Great Depression had left many people unemployed, homeless, and desperate. Roosevelt established a "New Deal," which set the country on a path to recovery. Roosevelt's administration also faced severe threats from overseas, eventually drawing the United States into World War II. In his historically long presidency, Roosevelt lead the country through an international conflict, help bring an end to the Great Depression, and launch a new era of prosperity for the United States—all while confined to a wheelchair. Follow the setbacks and achievements of FDR's presidency as he worked to rebuild the nation from within and defend it abroad. |
Contents
Introduction | 6 |
Chapter One The Making of a President | 10 |
Chapter Two Act Now for Reform | 22 |
Chapter Three Back to Work for Relief | 32 |
Chapter Four Cooperate for Recovery | 44 |
Chapter Five Tides of War | 54 |
Chapter Six Fight for Freedom | 64 |
Chapter Seven Winning Peace | 74 |
Source Notes | 92 |
Glossary | 96 |
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Further Information | 99 |
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Photo Acknowledgments | 103 |
About the Author | 104 |
Back Cover | 106 |
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