Who Is Herbert Hoover Successful?

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In March of 1929 the 31st President, Republican candidate Herbert Hoover was inaugurated into office. Little to know nine months later, Hoover would be serving his term through the worst financial crisis the united states would ever face. With poverty and unemployment on the rise, how will this issue be resolved.
Herbert hoover served United states of America for many years before his presidency. In 1917 he was chosen by Woodrow Wilson to be the director of the food
Administration. With his power he helped soldiers get food during World war 1. After
Wilson's term he served at the 3rd secretary of commerce helping economic growth and giving opportunities in the country.
Herbert Hoover ran for president in 1928 and won Against Alfred smith. Only

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