Franklin D. Roosevelt in his wheelchair aboard the Nourmahal, April 1935. Credit Robert Cross-Sailor in the White House. NPx 06-01. By Kevin Thomas, Archives Technician 1924 does not resonate the way 1933, or 1941 does when thinking of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. It was, however, a year filled with encounters that would profoundly change both. … Continue reading 1924: A Year of New Beginnings
by Paul M. Sparrow, Director, FDR Library. On July 1st, the Trustees of the FDR Library and Museum will present the first Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt Hudson Valley Vision Award to Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro for his work championing the ThinkDIFFERENTLY Campaign. The award seeks to recognize those working to improve the future of … Continue reading FDR’s Commitment to the Hudson Valley
October 5, 1937: FDR gives a campaign speech in Chicago calling for a “quarantine” of the aggressor nations. ********** Did you know: On October 7, 1942 FDR announced his plan to try war criminals after the war. On October 5, 1944 FDR called for an end of poll taxes during a radio address.
September 3, 1940: FDR approves the “destroyers for bases” deal with Great Britain. Through this deal, the United States transferred destroyers to the British Navy in exchange for leases for British naval and air bases. ********** Did you know: On September 1, 1937, FDR signed the National Housing Act establishing the U.S. Housing Authority. On … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: September 1-7
August 14, 1935: FDR signs the Social Security Bill into law. ********** Did you know: On August 14, 1936 FDR set forth a foreign policy of neutrality at Chautauqua, NY. On August 14, 1941 FDR announced the Atlantic Charter.
June 22, 1944: FDR signs the G.I. Bill of Rights which offers educational assistance to veterans. Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill. June 22, 1944 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 64-269. ********** Did you know: On June 26, 1935 FDR issued the executive order establishing the National Youth Administration. On June 30, 1938 FDR … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: June 22-30
June 16, 1929: FDR is the Grand Marshall of his 25th Harvard Reunion. FDR at his 25th Class Anniversary at Harvard. June 16-20, 1929 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 48-22:3701(11). ********** Did you know: On June 16, 1933 FDR departed Washington D.C. for a vacation in Campobello, New Brunswick, Canada. This marked the end of … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: June 15-21
June 11, 1939: FDR hosts a hot dog picnic at Top Cottage for King George IV and Queen Elizabeth of England. ********** Did you know: On June 12, 1939 FDR addressed the graduating class of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY. On June 10, 1940, FDR issued a proclamation of neutrality in the … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: June 8-14
June 6, 1944: FDR announces the D-Day invasion. Click here to listen to the D-Day prayer on our website. ********** Did you know: On June 2, 1938 FDR addressed the graduating class of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD. On June 5, 1942 FDR signed a joint resolution of a state of war … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: June 1-7
May 27, 1935: The Supreme Court declares the National Industrial Recovery Act unconstitutional. ********** Did you know: On May 28, 1934 FDR reviewed the fleet off the entrance to the New York harbor while aboard the USS Indianapolis. The fleet consisted of 81 warships, a naval line that stretched for 12 miles, which took 90 … Continue reading This Week in Roosevelt History: May 22-31
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