
First Ladies | Eleanor Roosevelt | 3
American History Tellers
Eleanor's Tough Childhood and Unexpected Engagement
The chapter explores Eleanor's challenging upbringing after facing multiple losses, her transformation through education and volunteering, and her surprising engagement to her fifth cousin, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, amidst family opposition. It also delves into discussions around wedding plans, family dynamics, and the early years of their marriage, including Franklin's political journey and Eleanor's evolving role as a mother.
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