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Herbert Hoover
He was one of the most admired men in America before the Depression and one of the most blamed during it — a reminder that timing is everything in politics.
1874–1964
Life Journey
From orphaned youth to crisis-era president
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1874–1884
Humble beginnings
Born in Iowa and orphaned young, Hoover’s early hardships shaped a strong sense of independence and personal discipline.
