President Franklin Roosevelt, commonly referred to as FDR, served as the 32nd president of the United States from 1933 until his death in 1945. During his presidency, he implemented numerous policies to help the United States recover from the Great Depression, including the New Deal. Other synonyms for President Franklin Roosevelt include Commander in Chief, Chief Executive, and Head of State. FDR was also known as a powerful public speaker and was referred to as the "Great Communicator." Despite facing numerous challenges during his presidency, FDR remains one of the most influential leaders in American history.