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Roosevelt was born
Theodore Roosevelt was born in New York City to a wealthy family. -
Roosevelt becomes president
Roosevelt served as William McKinley's Vice President and unexpectedly assumed Presidency after McKinley's assassination on September 6, 1901. Roosevelt was the youngest President in American history. -
Coal Strike
The Coal Strike lasted from May 12 to October 23, 1902. American miners went on strike in an attempt to demand higher wages and fewer work hours. The strike was a success and resulted in the "Square Deal." -
Elkin Act is passed
The Elkins Act was significant in limiting the power of railroad companies. Discrimination was eliminated by prohibiting the companies from providing certain rates to favorited customers. -
Roosevelt wins his first full presidential term
After inheriting the presidency after McKinley's assassination, Roosevelt was later able to win his first full term of Presidency in 1904 under the Republican Party -
Drug Act and Pure Food is passed
The passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act led to the eventual development of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This act enforced the sale of properly branded food product and prohibited the sale of product that was improperly branded. -
Devil Tower, Wyoming named a National Monument
The Devils Tower was the first National Monument. It is known as a sacred site for many Native Americans. -
Roosevelt leaves office to visit Africa
Roosevelt went on an African expedition in 1909 in an effort to collect materials for the Smithsonian's Natural History Museum. The expedition was very successful and Roosevelt returned to America with 11,400 animal specimens for the museum's exhibitions. -
Roosevelt Runs for President Under the Bull-Moose Party
Roosevelt ran under the Progressive Party, often referred to as the "Bull-Moose" Party. However, he lost the election to Democratic nominee, Woodrow Wilson.