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Theodore Roosevelt

October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919 was an American statesman, author, explorer, soldier, and naturalist, who served as the 26th President of the United States from 1901 to 1909. He also served as the 25th Vice President of the United States from March to September 1901 and as the 33rd Governor of New York from 1899 to 1900. As a leader of the Republican Party during this time, he became a driving force for the Progressive Era in the United States in the early 20th century. His face is depicted on Mount Rushmore, alongside those of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln.

  • Wars and Conflicts!
  • Spanish–American War
  • Battle of San Juan Hill
  • Battle of Las Guasimas

    Fun Facts!

    • Roosevelt returned to New York in 1886 and got married soon after. He began to work for the government again and held a variety of jobs over the next several years.
    • He won the 1905 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in negotiating peace between Russia and Japan.
    • At 42 years, 10 months, 18 days old he was the youngest man to hold the office of president

      • Policies!

      Thedore Roosevelt's Policy

    • Able to keep inflation low, with the rate increasing each term by only five percent.
    • During those years he increased the size and power of the U.S. Navy and sent the “Great White Fleet” around the world for over a year, showcasing America’s new power and naval capabilities.
    • In 1906, Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. He was given this award, the first statesman ever to receive it, because of his work in negotiating peace for the Russo-Japanese war which took place from 1904 to 1905.