Franklin D. (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, commonly known by his initials FDR, was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. The longest-serving U.S. president, he is the only president to have served more than two terms. His initial two terms were centered on combating the Great Depression, while his third and fourth saw him shift his focus to America's involvement in World War II.
Inaugural Address of Franklin Delano Roosevelt Given in Washington, D.C. March 4th, 1933
A newly elected president delivers a powerful inaugural address, calling for collective action and courageous leadership to overcome the economic crisis and restore prosperity to the nation.
By Franklin D. (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt
The Fireside Chats of Franklin Delano Roosevelt Radio Addresses to the American People Broadcast Between 1933 and 1944
Listen in as a president uses the power of radio to inspire a nation through economic disaster and world war.
By Franklin D. (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt
State of the Union Addresses
Witness a president's urgent call for unity and reform as he steers a nation through economic despair and global conflict.
By Franklin D. (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt
Day of Infamy Speech: Given before the US Congress December 8 1941
In the wake of a treacherous attack, a nation is called to arms, igniting a path toward war.
By Franklin D. (Franklin Delano) Roosevelt