Eleanor Roosevelt

Hernandez 1 Hernandez 1 On October 11, 1884, a remarkable individual whom would later be considered one of the world’s most influential women was born. Eleanor Roosevelt was born in New York to her parents Anna Hall Roosevelt and Elliot Roosevelt. With her blue eyes and light brown hair, she would warm the heart of every individual she came across. She grew to be five feet and eleven inches, which to this day makes her the tallest first lady. With regards of being the first lady she never regarded herself as a V.I.P., however she demonstrated her status with naturalness and simplicity. Her simple style and elegant way’s imposed her true character as the first lady. Through the public eye she was seen as a young girl born into a wealthy family full of several privileges. However, many did not truly understand her personal life. In addition, she endured a very somber and lonely childhood. Her father was an alcoholic, who died from acute alcoholism and narcotic addiction. He was the only person who had real unconditional love for her. Her mother Anna did not find her beautiful. As is said in “This Is My Story, she was made to feel that nothing about her would attract attention or bring admiration. Unfortunately, Eleanor also loses her mother around the same time as her father around the age of 8. Their maternal grandmother Mary Ludlow raised Eleanor and her brother. In one of her most distinguishing quotes Eleanor states that, “Character building begins in our infancy and continues until death.” Through internal conflict, we can understand that she was put through an unfortunate childhood, which in any case damages an individual. However, she did not let that prevent her from being successful. Instead she overcame obstacles that made her struggle with strength. This allowed her to obtain knowledge and wisdom and hold full responsibility of her life.
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