Franklin D. Roosevelt

Definition

Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) was the 32nd President of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. He led the U.S through most of World War II and is known for his New Deal policies to combat the Great Depression.

Related terms

New Deal: A series of programs, public work projects, financial reforms, and regulations enacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the United States between 1933 and 1939.

World War II: A global war that lasted from 1939 to 1945 involving many world's countries formed two opposing military alliances: Allies and Axis powers.

Great Depression: The severe worldwide economic depression that took place mostly during the 1930s, beginning in the United States.