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Eleanor Roosevelt

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Eleanor Roosevelt was perhaps the most influential woman of her era. When her husband, Franklin Roosevelt, was elected president in 1932, Eleanor expanded the traditional role of first lady, influencing government policy and creating her own agenda focused on civil rights. She spoke for the powerless, fought for world peace and is remembered today for her enduring compassion, unshakable convictions, and inexhaustible courage. Actively working for social justice and international understanding, Eleanor died in 1962.

This is part of Chelsea House Publishers' American Women of Achievement series. This ebook contains the complete text from the original print version.


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Eleanor Roosevelt was perhaps the most influential woman of her era. When her husband, Franklin Roosevelt, was elected president in 1932, Eleanor expanded the traditional role of first lady, influencing government policy and creating her own agenda focused on civil rights. She spoke for the powerless, fought for world peace and is remembered today for her enduring compassion, unshakable convictions, and inexhaustible courage. Actively working for social justice and international understanding, Eleanor died in 1962.

This is part of Chelsea House Publishers' American Women of Achievement series. This ebook contains the complete text from the original print version.


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