Biography of Anna Marie Rosenberg, the Hungarian Jewish immigrant who became FDR’s closest advisor during World War II and, according to Life, 1952 : “Far and away the most important woman in the American government, and perhaps the most important official female in the world.” A great listener, problem solver, keeper of secrets and a diplomat, Anna wielded great influence by using skills which too many seem to lack today! Her life ran parallel to the front lines of history yet her influence on 20th century America, from the New Deal to the Cold War and beyond, has never before been told.

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“Far and away the most important woman in the American government, and perhaps the most important official female in the world.” —LIFE magazine, 1952