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FDR went to Harvard: here in 1904
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FDR marries his fifth cousin, Eleanor.
"The bridal gown was a white satin princess robe, flounced and draped with old point lace, and with a white satin court train. The bride's point lace veil was caught with orange blossoms and a diamond crescent. She wore a pearl collar, the gift of the bridegroom's mother, and a diamond bowknot, the gift of Mrs. Warren Delano, Jr. Her bouquet was of lilies of the valley." New York Times
They had six children. -
FDR runs and wins election for NY state Senate
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Assistant Secretary of the Navy
Exact date unknowwn: FDR was appointed Assistant Secretary of the nvay by President Woodrow Wilson -
FDR runs for Vice President
The democratic ticket loses the election. -
After losing the election, FDR catches polio!
This event happened during the summer of 1921. FDR worked very hard at his recovery. -
FDR serves as Governor of New York
From 1928 to 1932, FDR served two terms as givernor of New York. -
FDR is elected President of the United States
"We have nothing to fear but fear itself." He won by 7 million votes. -
FDR began working immediately
During the first "100 Days," FDR pushed through congress many laws aimed at ending the Depression. -
FDR broadcasts 'fireside chats" in order to connect with the American people.
Ironically, he feared fire.
