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Nov 13, 2009 · Theodore Roosevelt unexpectedly became the 26th president of the United States in September 1901 after the assassination of William McKinley. Young and physically robust, he brought new energy...
Theodore Roosevelt Sr. (1831-1878) was the fifth son of Cornelius Van Schaack Roosevelt, a prosperous New York merchant, and Margaret Barnhill Roosevelt. Theodore (Thee), a partner in the family’s import business, Roosevelt and Son, inherited a considerable sum following his father’s death in 1871.
In 1878, Theodore's world collapsed. His father and mentor, Theodore Roosevelt Sr., died shortly after being diagnosed with stomach cancer. The young man was devastated by this loss but resumed his studies. His father's death changed the direction of Theodore's life.
Apr 3, 2014 · A New York governor who became the 26th U.S. president, Theodore Roosevelt is remembered for his foreign policy, corporate reforms and ecological preservation.
Theodore Roosevelt Jr. (October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919), often referred to as Teddy or by his initials, T. R., was an American politician, statesman, conservationist, naturalist, and writer who served as the 26th president of the United States from 1901 to 1909.
Theodore Roosevelt was born in New York City to glass importer and leading philanthropist Theodore, Sr. and Georgia-born mother Martha “Mittie” Roosevelt. As a student at Harvard University (1876-1880), Roosevelt studied German, zoology, natural history, forensics, and composition. Upon graduating, he decided to pursue a career in public service.
Feb 9, 2024 · Theodore Roosevelt, Sr., dies : 1880 : October 27: Marries Alice Hathaway Lee : 1880-82 : Attends Columbia Law School (does not graduate) 1881 : November 8 : Elected to New York State Assembly : 1882 : Publishes The Naval War of 1812: 1883 : September : Buffalo hunt, North Dakota; Purchases first badlands ranch : 1884 : February 12 : Daughter ...
