In one of the darkest moments in American history, a paralyzed president stood before a broken nation and declared: “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” But what did Franklin D. Roosevelt mean by that famous line — and why did it resonate so deeply?In this episode of Quotable History, Will Henry takes you on a journey through FDR’s remarkable life, from his privileged upbringing and personal battles with polio to his masterful leadership during the Great Depression. You’ll discover how his rhetoric lifted the morale of millions, how the New Deal reshaped America, and why his legacy remains both celebrated and controversial.As the U.S. teetered on the brink of collapse, FDR inspired a nation to overcome fear — but the story doesn’t end there. Next week, we explore how he faced an even greater challenge: World War II.Subscribe, leave a review, and join us each week as we uncover the stories behind history’s most powerful words.🔔 New episodes every Tuesday📲 Follow on social:X, Instagram, Facebook → @quotehistorypod (  / quotehistorypod  ) TikTok → @quotable.historyYouTube: @quotehistorypod🙏 Special thanks to Rachel Henry—for her unwavering support and essential editing work behind the scenes.👉 If you enjoyed this episode, text the link to one friend who loves history. That’s how we grow—one curious mind at a time.Sources:Ken Burns, dir. The Roosevelts: An Intimate History. PBS, 2014. Documentary film series.FDR Library & Museum, “FDR Biography.” https://www.fdrlibrary.org/fdr-biographyWendy Mead. “7 Facts About Franklin Roosevelt.”https://www.biography.com/political-figures/a65191884/franklin-d-roosevelt-factsBiography.com editors. “Franklin D. Roosevelt.”https://www.biography.com/political-figures/franklin-d-rooseveltFranklin D. Roosevelt. First Inaugural Address. March 4, 1933. Washington, D.C. National Archives. https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/president-franklin-d-roosevelts-first-inaugural-address.History.com Editors. “Stock Market Crash of 1929.”https://www.history.com/articles/1929-stock-market-crashTeach History.org “The Only Thing We Have to Fear Is Fear Itself”https://teachinghistory.org/history-content/ask-a-historian/24468

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