Franklin D. Roosevelt

Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, was born on January 30, 1882.

Franklin D. Roosevelt is nominated for Vice-President at the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco on the ticket with James N. Cox.

The Democratic Party nominated the president as its candidate for president on the fourth ballot at the convention in Chicago, with John Nance Garner as the vice-president, marking a significant milestone in his political career.

The Democratic Party nominates Franklin D. Roosevelt for president on the fourth ballot at its convention in Chicago. John Nance Garner is selected as the vice-president.

Franklin D. Roosevelt is elected to the first of four presidential terms, defeating Republican incumbent Herbert Hoover.

Franklin D. Roosevelt survived an assassination attempt by Guiseppe Zangara in Miami, Florida.

Franklin D. Roosevelt was inaugurated as the 32nd President of the United States on March 4, 1933.

Franklin D. Roosevelt is sworn in as the 32nd President of the United States, beginning his famous New Deal policies to combat the Great Depression.

On March 5, 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt called a special session of Congress and declared a bank holiday to begin in March. This was a significant step in his administration's efforts to stabilize the banking system during the Great Depression.

Congress meets and begins what is later known as Roosevelt's 'Hundred Days,' enacting many of the principal programs of FDR's 'New Deal.' It passes the Emergency Banking Act, allowing banks to reopen as soon as they can prove they are solvent.

On March 12, 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered his first radio 'fireside chat' to address the banking crisis. This informal and direct communication approach allowed him to connect with the American public and reassure them during a time of uncertainty.

On April 5, 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt issued an executive order to establish the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This initiative aimed to provide employment to young men while addressing environmental conservation and infrastructure development.

Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected as the President of the United States, defeating Herbert Hoover in the election.

Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Gold Reserve Act, implementing government ownership of monetary gold, assigning the Treasury Secretary responsibility for trading in gold, and creating a foreign exchange stabilization fund.

In his third State of the Union Address, FDR announces the beginning of a second stage of his New Deal, focusing on long-term gains such as a system of social security, improved housing, and tax reform.

President Roosevelt signs the Emergency Relief Appropriation Act, allocating $5 billion towards the New Deal programs, including the establishment of the Works Progress Administration.

President Roosevelt signs 'An Act for the protection of land resources against soil erosion', leading to the establishment of the Soil Conservation Service in response to the devastating 'Black Sunday' Dust Storm of April 4, 1935.

On August 14, 1935, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act, which established a Social Security Board to coordinate the payment of old-age benefits to Americans over the age of 65. The act guarantees pensions to Americans over the age of 65, establishes a system of unemployment insurance, and assists states in aiding dependent children, the blind, and the aged who do not already qualify for Social Security.

Roosevelt wins reelection to the presidency in a landslide victory, gaining 523 electoral votes and overwhelming popular support for his New Deal policies. The Democrats also retain their majorities in both houses of Congress.

FDR is inaugurated for his second term as President, marking the continuation of his leadership during a crucial period in American history, including the implementation of New Deal policies.

Roosevelt acknowledges the dire living conditions of a significant portion of the population and pledges to pass legislation to provide financial assistance to impoverished Americans.

Roosevelt appoints William H. Hastie to the District Court of the Virgin Islands, making him the first African American federal judge.

Upon learning about the Nazi atrocities of 'Kristallnacht,' FDR publicly denounces the German treatment of the Jews and orders the U.S. ambassador to return home for consultations.

President becomes the first president to appear on television, addressing the opening ceremonies of the New York World’s Fair.

President transfers the Joint Army-Navy Board, the Joint Army-Navy Munitions Board, and several other military procurement agencies from the service departments into the newly-established Executive Office of the President. Makes Chiefs of Staff directly responsible to him.

President Roosevelt wins re-election, defeating Wendell L. Willkie with a significant majority of the popular and electoral votes, marking an unprecedented third term in office.

At a press conference, Franklin D. Roosevelt proposes the "lend-leasing" of arms to Great Britain.

President Roosevelt outlines the four essential human freedoms - freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear - as the foundation of the world, emphasizing their significance in the State of the Union address.

The infamous attack on Pearl Harbor occurred during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency, leading to the United States' entry into World War II.

In a message to Congress on December 15th, 1941, Roosevelt responded to Japan's aggression against the Philippines, stating that 'Japan made it necessary to keep in the Pacific in self-defense large armed forces and a vast amount of material which might otherwise have been used against Hitler.'

Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, leading to the creation of internment camps where over 100,000 Japanese Americans were incarcerated during the war.

President Roosevelt signs Executive Order 9066, which orders the evacuation of Japanese-Americans from the Pacific coast to relocation camps inland during World War II.

Roosevelt ordered General MacArthur to leave the Philippines and relocate to Australia.

Roosevelt leads the nation in prayer before the D-Day invasion of Normandy.

Roosevelt arranges for 6,000 more refugees to be brought from Italy to the United States to escape persecution from the Nazis.

FDR signs the Servicemen's Readjustment Act, also known as the G.I. Bill of Rights, providing crucial financial aid to veterans for education, housing, and other needs, significantly impacting the post-war era.

Despite the chaos of World War II, President Roosevelt is reelected for a fourth term, making him the first president to achieve this feat. This election reflects the trust and confidence of the American people in his leadership during a critical period in history.

FDR is inaugurated for his fourth term as President.

Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, passes away at Warm Springs, Georgia.

Franklin D. Roosevelt, the longest-serving President of the United States, passes away during his fourth term in office, leading to Harry S. Truman becoming President.

On April 15, 1945, Franklin D. Roosevelt was laid to rest in the Rose Garden of his home at Hyde Park, New York.