Eleanor Roosevelt

  1. Eleanor Roosevelt was born on October 11, 1884, in New York City.

  2. She was the niece of President Theodore Roosevelt and became the First Lady when her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected president.

  3. Eleanor was known for her strong personality and dedication to social justice.

  4. She transformed the role of the First Lady by engaging in political issues and public speaking.

  5. Eleanor worked for human rights and was active in the civil rights movement.

  6. She served as the U.S. delegate to the United Nations and helped draft the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.

  7. Eleanor was an advocate for women’s rights and supported the idea of equal pay for equal work.

  8. She wrote a daily newspaper column called "My Day" where she shared her thoughts on social issues and her experiences.

  9. After Franklin's death in 1945, Eleanor continued to be active in politics and wrote books on her life and beliefs.

  10. Eleanor Roosevelt passed away on November 7, 1962, but she is remembered as one of the most influential First Ladies in American history.