Anna Eleanor Roosevelt

Born:

October 11, 1884, New York City, New York, USA

Died:

November 7, 1962, New York City, New York, USA

Nationality:

American

Profession(s):

Diplomat, Activist, First Lady of the United States, Writer

Early Life and Education

• Orphaned at a young age and raised primarily by her maternal grandmother.
• Educated at Allenswood Academy in London.

Career and Major Achievements

• Married Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1905.
• Served as First Lady of the United States (1933-1945).
• Appointed as a delegate to the United Nations by President Harry S. Truman in 1945.
• Chair of the UN Human Rights Commission (1946-1951).
• Instrumental in drafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
• Supported the New Deal programs and advocated for civil rights.

Legacy and Impact

Eleanor Roosevelt left an enduring legacy as a champion of human rights and social justice. Her work with the United Nations and her advocacy for marginalized groups had a profound impact on American and global society. This short biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, touches on some of her most important contributions.

Notable Works

• It's Up to the Women (1933)
• This is My Story (1937)
• This I Remember (1949)
• On My Own (1958)

Awards and Recognition

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