The Life of Roosevelt

Author: Miao Yan
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945), the 32nd President of the United States, was the most popular and beloved president of the 20th century. He was also the only U.S. president to serve four terms. He rescued the American people from the Great Depression, miraculously restored the economic vitality of the United States, and established the welfare state model. During World War II, he transformed the isolationist United States into the leader of the world alliance, playing a key role in defeating fascism. Due to his advocacy, the United Nations came into existence, and he himself was called the "Father of the United Nations." He was also the only disabled president in U.S. history, known as the "Lion on Wheels."