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Herbert Hoover

Herbert Hoover

1874 West Branch, Iowa - 1964 New York, New York

BiographyHerbert Hoover (1874-1964), the 31st president of the United States, sought re-election in the 1932 presidential race, facing significant challenges due to the ongoing Great Depression. As the incumbent, Hoover's presidency became synonymous with the economic hardships Americans faced, leading to widespread dissatisfaction. Despite his efforts to address the crisis through public works projects and banking reforms, his approach was seen as insufficient by many. He lost the 1932 election in a landslide to Franklin D. Roosevelt, whose promises of a New Deal for recovery resonated strongly with voters.

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