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April 28, 1942
Henderson Daily Dispatch
Henderson, Vance County, North Carolina
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Elliott Roosevelt, son of President FDR, promoted to temporary major in the Air Force on April 28 amid his important duties. Joined in 1940 as captain despite controversy. Brothers James (Marine captain), Franklin Jr. (Navy lieutenant), and John (naval ensign) also serve.
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FDR's Son Promoted
Cairo, April 28.-(AP)-Elliott Roosevelt, son of the President, recently was promoted to the temporary rank of major and military men today said "this rank corresponds to the importance of the work to which he is assigned."
(Major Roosevelt joined the air force September 23, 1940, with the rank of captain an appointment which caused controversy in Congress. He resigned his commission but the resignation was not accepted.)
The other three Roosevelt sons all hold commissions. James Roosevelt is a captain in the Marines. Franklin D., Jr., a lieutenant in the Navy and John a naval ensign.
Cairo, April 28.-(AP)-Elliott Roosevelt, son of the President, recently was promoted to the temporary rank of major and military men today said "this rank corresponds to the importance of the work to which he is assigned."
(Major Roosevelt joined the air force September 23, 1940, with the rank of captain an appointment which caused controversy in Congress. He resigned his commission but the resignation was not accepted.)
The other three Roosevelt sons all hold commissions. James Roosevelt is a captain in the Marines. Franklin D., Jr., a lieutenant in the Navy and John a naval ensign.
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Biography
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Family
Triumph
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Elliott Roosevelt Promotion
Fdr Sons Military
Air Force Major
Roosevelt Family Commissions
Wwii Era Service
What entities or persons were involved?
Elliott Roosevelt
President
James Roosevelt
Franklin D. Jr.
John
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Elliott Roosevelt
President
James Roosevelt
Franklin D. Jr.
John
Event Date
April 28
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Elliott Roosevelt, son of the President, promoted to temporary rank of major in the air force, corresponding to the importance of his assigned work. He joined as captain on September 23, 1940, amid controversy. His brothers James (Marine captain), Franklin D. Jr. (Navy lieutenant), and John (naval ensign) also hold commissions.