Eleanor Roosevelt - Wikipedia
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt (/ ˈ ɛ l ɪ n ɔːr ˈ r oʊ z ə v ɛ l t / EL-in-or ROH-zə-velt; October 11, 1884 – November 7, 1962) was an American political figure, diplomat, and activist.
Eleanor Roosevelt - HISTORY
Nov 9, 2009 · First lady Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962), wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945), the U.S. president from 1933 to 1945, was a leader in her own right and involved in numerous humanitarian ...
Eleanor Roosevelt | Biography, Human Rights, Accomplishments, …
Nov 3, 2024 · Eleanor Roosevelt was an American first lady (1933–45), the wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd president of the United States, and a United Nations diplomat and humanitarian. She was one of the world’s most widely admired and powerful women.
Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady, Women's Rights Activism - Biography
Mar 6, 2024 · Eleanor Roosevelt was the niece of one U.S. president, Theodore Roosevelt, and married a man who would become another, Franklin D. Roosevelt. Redefining the...
Biography: Eleanor Roosevelt - National Women's History Museum
“First Lady of the World” Eleanor Roosevelt used her platform as First Lady of the United States and as a member of the wealthy and prominent Roosevelt family to advocate for human and civil rights. She was a prolific author, speaker, and humanitarian, and chaired the United Nations’ Human Rights Commission.
Eleanor Roosevelt - White House Historical Association
Serving as first lady during the Great Depression and World War II, she placed emphasis on comfort, practicality, and functionality in her management of the Executive Mansion. Eleanor instructed White House staff to prepare simple American meals, often staying within the wartime rationing guidelines.
Eleanor Roosevelt Biography - FDR Presidential Library & Museum
The First Lady. Upon moving to the White House in 1933, Eleanor Roosevelt informed the nation that they should not expect their new first lady to be a symbol of elegance, but rather "plain, ordinary Mrs. Roosevelt." Despite this disclaimer, she showed herself to …
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)
Jan 10, 2024 · Discover Eleanor Roosevelt, her life at Val-Kill, and the work of one of the twentieth century's most influential world leaders.
First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt - Smithsonian Institution
Eleanor Roosevelt, an activist for equity and human rights, redefined the role of First Lady of the United States. Focusing on work, politics, and activism rather than traditional social obligations, she wrote a newspaper column and held her own press conferences for women reporters, supported the civil rights movement, and openly advocated for ...
Eleanor Roosevelt's Life | American Experience | PBS
Oct 11, 2017 · Eleanor Roosevelt struggled to overcome an unhappy childhood, betrayal in her marriage, and gripping depression — all while staying true to her passion for social justice.