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The mission of the FDR Memorial Legacy Committee is to promote education about the FDR Memorial, improve inclusion and accessibility so all visitors can experience the Memorial, and preserve the Memorial for future generations.
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FDR's Story
He contracted polio at age 39 which left him unable to walk or stand unassisted. He was a daily wheelchair user. He started the March of Dimes to fund a cure for polio.
History of the FDR Memorial
History of the FDR Memorial
From the despair of the Great Depression to the international crisis of World War II, President Franklin D. Roosevelt led the U.S. through the darkest periods of the 20th century.
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A Look Back at the Top Ten Highlights of 2023
NEWSIn the spirit of commemorating Franklin D. Roosevelt's enduring legacy, the FDR Memorial Legacy Committee is proud to reflect on the remarkable achievements and milestones of 2023. From preserving historical sites to advancing initiatives that echo Roosevelt's vision, the past year has been filled with impactful endeavors that continue to resonate with generations.
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The FDR Memorial Legacy Committee is the citizen led organization with the mission to promote education about the FDR Memorial, to improve inclusion and accessibility so all visitors can experience the Memorial and to preserve the Memorial for future generations.
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The FDR Memorial Legacy Committee is a citizen led organization with the mission to promote education about the FDR Memorial, improve inclusion and accessibility so all visitors can experience the Memorial, and preserve the Memorial for future generations. The organization, borne out of the successful disability led campaign in the 1990s for disability representation at the Memorial, is committed to sharing the diverse perspectives of the Roosevelt era and that era's legacy today.