Debating Franklin Roosevelt Foreign Policies, 1933-1945

Franklin Roosevelt was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 to 1945. He is widely considered to be one of the most important presidents in American history, and his foreign policies had a profound impact on the course of the 20th century.

Debating Franklin D. Roosevelt's Foreign Policies, 1933–1945 (Debating Twentieth-Century America)

by Justus D. Doenecke

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Roosevelt's foreign policy initiatives were shaped by a number of factors, including his own personal beliefs, the international situation at the time, and the advice of his advisors. Roosevelt was a strong believer in peace and cooperation, and he sought to promote these ideals through his foreign policy. He also believed that the United States had a responsibility to play a leading role in world affairs, and he was willing to use American power to defend the interests of the United States and its allies.

Roosevelt's foreign policy initiatives can be divided into three main periods: the pre-war period (1933-1939),the war period (1939-1945),and the post-war period (1945-1948). During the pre-war period, Roosevelt sought to promote peace and cooperation in the Western Hemisphere through his Good Neighbor Policy. He also worked to limit the influence of fascism in Europe and Asia, and he provided support to the Allies in the Spanish Civil War.

During the war period, Roosevelt led the United States into World War II after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. He worked closely with the Allies to coordinate the war effort, and he played a key role in the Allied victory. After the war, Roosevelt helped to establish the United Nations, and he worked to promote peace and cooperation in the post-war world.

Roosevelt's foreign policies were controversial at the time, and they continue to be debated today. Some historians argue that Roosevelt's policies were too idealistic and that they led the United States into unnecessary wars. Others argue that Roosevelt's policies were essential to the Allied victory in World War II and that they helped to create a more peaceful and stable post-war world.

The debate over Roosevelt's foreign policies is likely to continue for many years to come. However, there is no doubt that Roosevelt was one of the most important presidents in American history, and his foreign policies had a profound impact on the course of the 20th century.

Further Reading

• Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
• The White House: Franklin D. Roosevelt
• Miller Center: Franklin D. Roosevelt

Debating Franklin D. Roosevelt's Foreign Policies, 1933–1945 (Debating Twentieth-Century America)

by Justus D. Doenecke

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	962 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	248 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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