Theodore Roosevelt
Search results
Feb 9, 2016 · The web page explores the myth that the former president got stuck in a bathtub and how it originated. It cites historical sources and photos to show that Taft had access to large and spacious bathtubs throughout his life.
Nov 26, 2023 · The web page explores the legend of William Howard Taft getting stuck in his custom-made bathtub and questions its veracity. It cites historical sources, such as newspapers and memoirs, to support its claim that the story is likely untrue.
Learn about the folklore and facts of William Howard Taft's love of large bathtubs. Find out how he got stuck in a story, but not in reality, and how he joked about it.
Jan 1, 2018 · The story of Taft getting stuck in his bathtub and needing six men to help him out is a popular but false legend. Learn how it originated, why it's unlikely, and what other bathtub-related facts we know about the former president.
Oct 7, 2021 · The web page explores the origin and impact of a popular myth that the 27th president of the United States got stuck in a bathtub. It argues that the story is not true and that it perpetuates fatphobic stereotypes.
Sep 15, 2017 · As Hoover wrote in his 1934 memoir, Taft “would stick” in the tub when bathing and had to be helped out “each time.” Who helped him out?
People also ask
Did president Taft ever get stuck in a bathtub?
Did president Taft get a tub in the White House?
Did Taft ever get stuck in the Bath?
Did Taft ever fence in the ocean to build a tub?
Jun 29, 2022 · President William Howard Taft’s bathtub has become legendary. Four men could fit inside it and, according to myth, the President got stuck. The famously rotund leader topped out at 340 pounds (he was only 5’11″), and the tub story enhanced his sizeable reputation.
