Ronald Reagan was born in 1911 in Tampico, Illinois. He had a background in sports, drama, and politics in school and worked as a sports broadcaster before entering politics. Reagan served two terms as president from 1981 to 1989. During his presidency, he enacted tax cuts, gave a famous speech in Berlin challenging Mikhail Gorbachev to "tear down this wall," and successfully served two full terms, setting an example for Republican ideals.

1. Ronald Reagan

2. Early Life He was born in Tampico, Illinois, February 6, 1911. Occupation before he became president, he was a news broadcaster for a sports station. He was in the Military service during World War II. Went to Eureka College. He was the captain of his swimming team and participated in track.

3. Quick Facts Ronald Reagan envisioned a smaller government, and a greater United States. When Ronald went to school, he had three abilities, he was into sports, drama and politics. He played football. He played roles in school plays, and was elected president for the student council. Made an appearance in over 50 movies. Recovered from a wound I his assassination attempt

5. Overview His Father was an outspoken, and on the other hand he Democratic was ruling on the Republican side. He was signed to Warner Brothers He was a winner of the Screen Actors Guild Awards. He was known as the “Great Communicator” His words were reassuring and communicated very well with his people. Ronald’s secret service name was Rawhide

6. Chances to become President In his first campaign, Reagan promised that he would reduce taxes. After him being elected president, he failed to deliver with his promise to reduce taxes. He also failed to name his part of candidacy and people thought he would not get a nomination. Reagan decided to challenge Ford in the Republican party, and in the end Ford prevailed.

7. Early Presidential life He won the nomination as republican in 1980. Before being president he was California governor January 20, 1981, he took office. Sixty-nine days later he was wounded in an assassination attempt.

8. Major Accomplishments Tax Cuts Speech at Berlin War Successfully served two terms Set an ideal for Republican ideals