Eleanor Roosevelt was the First Lady of the United States from March 4, 1933 to April 12, 1945. In the photo she has a big beaming smile, her eyes shining with joy. She wears an elegant dress and pearl necklace and stands proudly with straight shoulders and a high head, reflecting her self-confidence and inner strength. The photograph is razor sharp and high contrast, making it vibrant and full of life. It was captured by the famous photographer Alfred Eisenstaedt, known for his iconic images published in Life magazine. After the death of her husband, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, in April 1945, Eleanor remained active in American political and social life until her own death in 1962.
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