Eleanor Roosevelt: Most Iconic First Lady - Fast Facts | History

Learn about the life and work of Eleanor Roosevelt, a champion of equal rights who is credited with transforming the role of the First Lady in American politics, in this video. #Biography
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[MrSkateboarder]

It's funny as I grow older, my favorite Roosevelt changes. When I was in HS, I loved teddy, then FDR in college, and now it's Eleanor.

[godwinadedoyin]

Eleanor Roosevelt was not only a prudent first lady of the United States of America but also a very talented and compassionate humanitarian. Likewise, I deeply admire her for the many wonderful things she did throughout her life including the fact that she was a member of the United Nations and the fact that she was one of the people who advocated for universal human rights.

[BlueHooloovoo]

The FDR administration probably wouldn't of been as successful as it was if it wasn't for the teamwork between Eleanor and Franklin. Both of them encouraged each other to reach for their goals and accomplish them. As a result, Eleanor became the most powerful and influential First Lady in USA history. She was really Franklin Roosevelt's eyes and ears when it came to the concerns of ordinary Americans. She would write up reports and set them by Franklin's bedside for him to read and report to his cabinet. Truly an amazing woman who helped change the world.

[HelenTudor-Douglas]

Happy 132th Birthday today Eleanor Roosevelt!

[doreneweir]

What an honorable woman was Eleanor Roosevelt. A pioneer for the rights of all people. Wish she was alive today to help us navigate through the difficulties of today's challenges.

[bendewet]

Eleanor Roosevelt is, and was a Formidable and Remarkable Lady, she was a Blessing to America during a very significant time in America's History.

[irawilliams]

Eleanor Roosevelt is the living, breathing embodiment of the saying "Behind every great man is a woman greater than him."

[tntbsyht]

Oh lord, Kellyanne Conway is a disgrace. How dare she speak about Eleanor Roosevelt.

[JohnMarkFrancisTX]

How dare you put Kelly Anne Conway in this

[TheToltec]

I think she was really beautiful ...Im 55 and I have always thought that

[lymanevolution]

Thank you for all that you represent for the women of today. Smart, hard working, perseverance, and strength.

[typemi]

If Kellyanne was alive during Eleanor or vice versa, Kellyanne would have been 100% against her.

[kristinarumfelt]

Why aren't captions available for History channel videos on YouTube?

[joanmeijer]

Kellyanne isn't smart enough to comment on Eleanor Roosevelt nor does she have enough integrity.

[nereydacastillo]

It’s was 67 years age l met her when was 10 years old in1953

[January.]

Eleanor would have made a superb president

[willoneil]

Great Lady. We need more like her today. 😢

[emperornortoni]

Kellyanne Conway giving props to ER is a wonderful show of what a mercenary she is.

[Boyridge]

Love Kelly Anne Conway what a patriot and great example of a smart working woman and mom!

[AmeliaEarhart]

I'm not a democrat but I still love Eleanor very much and I think she was amazing.