President Franklin Roosevelt revolutionized the use of the radio. He used a series of 31 “fireside chats” to reach into millions of American homes to discuss international and domestic challenges. He believed that an informed nation would make the right choices. Roosevelt rarely spoke directly about Adolf Hitler and never mentioned the persecution of European Jews during these chats. Instead, FDR prioritized recovery from the Great Depression and concerns regarding US involvement in World War II

Theodore Roosevelt was a man of firsts, showcasing incredible strength across disciplines. On May 30, The HISTORY Channel begins the first of two nights highlighting the life of one of America’s most well-known presidents. #TheodoreRoosevelt begins this Memorial Day at 8/7c. | HISTORY