Inaugural Address of Franklin Delano Roosevelt Given in Washington, D.C. March 4th, 1933

"Inaugural Address of Franklin Delano Roosevelt" by Franklin D. Roosevelt is a historical speech given during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of the Great Depression. This address marks the beginning of Roosevelt's presidency and highlights his urgent call for action to address the economic crisis facing the nation. The book serves as a pivotal document reflecting the themes of hope, leadership, and the need for reform during a time of national struggle. In his inaugural address, Roosevelt directly confronts the challenges of the Great Depression, emphasizing that the primary adversary is fear itself. He expresses a deep commitment to restoring the nation's economic health by advocating for immediate governmental intervention and action. Roosevelt outlines various measures to alleviate unemployment and stimulate recovery, stressing the importance of collective effort and national unity. He calls for an end to the unethical practices in banking and business while insisting on the necessary rebalancing of the economy, aiming to restore public confidence and revitalize American society. The address culminates in a pledge of dedicated leadership, asking the nation to rally behind the common purpose of rebuilding and moving forward together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt, commonly known by his initials FDR, was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 until his death in 1945. The longest-serving U.S. president, he is the only president to have served more than two terms. His initial two terms were centered on combating the Great Depression, while his third and fourth saw him shift his focus to America's involvement in World War II.