The Hundred Days
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History: North American Series
- Categories: Government and Politics, Economics
- Subcategories: Laws, Acts, Legislation, Depressions, Recessions
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950
- Geographical Location: Washington, D.C.
- Date: March 9-June 16, 1933
Article abstract: A new administration passes a series of acts aimed at bringing hope to millions of Depression-weary Americans.
Summary of Event
On November 8, 1932, Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected president of the United States. Few people knew what to expect from Roosevelt, a consummate politician who once described himself as “a Christian and a Democrat.” One thing, however, was clear: Immediate action of some kind was imperative to stop the nation from slipping further into economic chaos. Perhaps out of desperation, the people were impressed...
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