FDR versus Hitler
Franklin D. Roosevelt and Adolph Hitler were two of the most influential leaders in modern history. They had diametrically different views on leading their respective nations, as well as what purpose their leadership would serve. Their styles as leaders shaped their views and determined what actions they would take leading up to and through out World War II. I will compare both Hitler and Roosevelt's leadership styles as they applied to World War II. Conclusively, I will show that, while they were two completely different types of leaders, they were both very effective and did what they thought would best serve their countries. In January of 1941, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt pronounced in his address of the Four Freedoms that we, and our allies, need to free the peoples of Europe from Hitler's tyrannical rule. Roosevelt has often been criticized for not entering the war earlier and stopping the killing he knew was occurring. However, as is always the case in America, the President had pressure from all directions. As a result, Roosevelt had to give most of his assistance to the warring nations in private until America did finally enter the conflict because of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. Roosevelt frequentl
Finally, Hitler was named chancellor and was able to take control over the country. Most people view Hitler as a tyrannical leader. However, tyranny usually has a very negative connotation. "We have nothing to fear but fear itself," was very moving. Hitler ruled as a tyrant, a racist, and a dictator, yet he was still an effective leader who could make his followers listen. It is often mentioned that people felt in touch with Roosevelt and seemed as though he was right there in their living rooms with them. He would not continue to let Hitler continue to rule by racism. In doing so, Roosevelt just added to his accomplishments as an American President. He served as a corporal in the German army during World War I at a fairly young age. Hitler promised the rise of a fallen nation through the use of very moving long speeches and keen political strategy. Hitler's main goal was always for Germany to become the leader of the world. Therefore, people began looking for a revolution, a new leader and a new direction to take hold of the country. It was Hitler's desire to create this for them.
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