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Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, was a man of many layers. His tenure in office spanned the Great Depression and World War 2, solidifying him as one of the most influential figures in American history. But on April 12, 1945, the unthinkable happened. FDR passed away suddenly at his retreat in Warm Springs, Georgia, leaving behind not just a grieving nation but a cloud of mystery.   The official cause of death was a cerebral hemorrhage. But whispers of a deeper, darker story have persisted for decades. What if Roosevelt’s death wasn’t as straightforward as the history books suggest?   Chapter 1: The Last Portrait   On the morning of April 12, Roosevelt sat for a portrait by artist Elizabeth Shoumatoff. The President appeared weary but maintained his characteristic charm, joking with the painter about her use of color. But as the day wore on, his energy flagged. Around 1 PM, he clutched his head and muttered his final words:...