Eleanor Roosevelt (1884–1962) was an American politician, diplomat, and activist who served as the First Lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945. She was a staunch advocate for civil rights, women's rights, and human rights, playing a significant role in reshaping the role of the First Lady and becoming one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. After her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's death, she continued her humanitarian work and played a key role in shaping the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.