Who was Herbert Hoover?
Herbert Hoover, born in West Branch, Iowa, was our nation’s 31st president, from 1929-1933. He was known for a number of accomplishments, ranging from the development of mines to humanitarian efforts in flood relief and in feeding millions of people during and after both world wars. He had the talent to spot a problem, devise a possible solution, organize others to help carry out the needed tasks, monitor the results, and make changes as needed. In their own projects, Hoover Uncommon Students demonstrate skills and talents similar to those of Herbert Hoover.