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Herbert Hoover: Containing the Public Messages, Speeches, and Statements of the President

Herbert Hoover: Containing the Public Messages, Speeches, and Statements of the President is a scholarly compilation that includes a wide range of documents from Hoover's time in office. The book provides insight into his administration's policies and his approach to various issues, reflecting his role as the 31st President of the United States. more

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Herbert Hoover
Herbert Hoover

Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, was born on August 10, 1874, and died on October 20, 1964. A distinguished engineer, businessman, and philanthropist, he served as the United States Secretary of Commerce and as the Director of the United States Food Administration during World War I. As President, Hoover implemented a series of policies aimed at alleviating the Great Depression, but his approach was widely criticized. more

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