Ronald Reagan had a big influence on America and the world during his term as America's fortieth President between 1981 and 1989. He served two terms as president, and his vice president throughout his terms was his successor, George Bush Sr, whose son is currently in office as president now.

Ronald Reagan was born on February 6, 1911, in Tampico Illinois. He attended high school in the nearby town of Dixon Illinois, and then went on to study at Eureka College. He studied economics and sociology. In his spare time, he acted in plays, and played football for the school team. After graduation, he went on to become a sports announcer, and acted in Hollywood. He appeared in 53 films. He married an actress named Jane Wyman. They had two children, Maureen and Michael. After her death, he remarried in 1952 to Nancy Davis, who also was an actress...