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Yosemite under Federal Control
Yosemite National Park became controlled by the government for the preservation of nature and laid the foundation for the establishment of the national and state park systems. -
Rough Rider at San Juan Hill
The Rough Riders lost seven men with thirty-four wounded. Roosevelt led his troops on a flank while the Spanish fled. He did this all while dodging bullets and was nominated for the "Man of Honor" award, adding to his new legacy. -
Named President when McKinley is assassinated
William McKinley was named the 25th president on September 1st, 1901 but shortly after became the third president to be assassinated. He died of gangrene that went undetected in one of his bodily wounds. This is when Roosevelt was sworn in as President as he was the current VP. This is what started his presidency. -
Coal Strike
The United Mine Workers of America working in coal fields of Pennsylvania went on strike for higher wages, shorter work days and recognition. This was important because they were seen as behind the scenes making money for the bigger figure while not profiting well themselves. -
Elkins Act passed
This law was passed by the 57th congress in response to demand that the monopolies of the railroad companies be regulated. It made this type of behavior resulting in a felony for both parties involved when imposing "preferential rebates". -
Pelican Island, Florida named first national wildlife refuge
After appeal, Roosevelt signed an executive order stating that Pelican Island would be property for wildlife, this was the first time land was set aside for wildlife in the US. It was created to protect egrets and other birds from extinction through plume hunting. -
Roosevelt wins first full term as President
Roosevelt won this election by a landslide and became the first president in United States history to win with 300 electoral votes.He was also the first Democrat to win the majority vote in 8 years. -
Passage of Pure Food And Drug Act
This prohibited the selling/distributing of any misbranded or adultered foods in the market place. This has a lasting impact as this was the first administration of food that is resembled in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). -
Devil’s Tower, Wyoming, named first national monument
This was the first national monument to be founded in the Unites States and it occurred during President Roosevelt's presidency. -
Leaves presidency, visits Africa
After declining to run for the presidency in 1908, Roosevelt decided to make the trek to Africa in 1909 in search of hunting for big game. He collects his Nobel Peace Prize while on his trip back in June, 1909. -
Runs for presidency, unsuccessfully for Bull-Moose Party
After losing the Republican party nomination to William Taft, Roosevelt asked his supporters to step off the floor of the national convention and come back together in the Chicago Orchestra Hall. This is where Roosevelt endorsed the formation of the "Bull-Moose Party".
