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Rough Riders at San Juan Hill
The rough riders were a group of college men and cowboys that Roosevelt led into Cuba to attack in the Battle of San Juan Hill. Roosevelt was under command of Leonard Wood. When the battle was over, the group had lost 7 of the 1,060 members and 34 were left wounded. The US won the war -
Roosevelt Becomes President
The assassination of William McKinley left America in shock, and without a president. Quickly, Vice President Theodore Roosevelt filled in the role. -
Coal Strike
Angered mine workers in Pennsylvania went on strike. They demanded higher wages, shorter work days and recognition of their poor work environments. If these needs were not met, these miners claimed they would terminate fuel supply going into winter. The workers were given a 10% wage increase and 9 hour work days. -
The Elkins Act
The Elkins Act (named after senator Stephen B. Elkins) was passed by Roosevelt in 1903. The purpose of this act was to regulate the railroad industry's power by preventing them from holding rebates over their customers. -
Pelican Island
Pelican Island was named the deemed the first national wildlife refuge by Roosevelt in 1903. This protected island is a safe home to fish and wildlife in Florida. -
Roosevelt Wins!
Roosevelt defeated Democratic nominee Alton B. Parker in the 1904 election and won his first full term. -
Devil’s Tower, Wyoming
In 1906, Roosevelt declared Devil’s Tower in Wyoming to be the first national monument. The tower is a sacred place for Native Americans, and is the setting of popular folklore. -
Yosemite under Federal Control
In 1906, 1,500 sq miles were set aside to become protected land known as Yosemite National Park. Roosevelt was inspired by his love of nature and wildlife to keep this land safe. -
The Pure Food and Drug Act
Roosevelt passed the Pure Food and Drug Act in 1905. This act required meat products, and other food/drugs to be inspected before they can be sold. These products were confirmed to be safe by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These precautions protected consumers from getting sick from bad household goods. -
Goodbye White House, Hello Africa!
In 1909, Roosevelt set off for East Africa. He went on explorations to collect creatures for the new Smithsonian Museum. He stayed in what is now Kenya and Uganda until 1910. -
Running for President & Bull Moose Party
In 1912, Roosevelt attempted to run for president against Democratic nominee Woodrow Wilson, but ultimately lost the election. Roosevelt formed a progressive party, known as the “Bull Moose” Party. This party played a big part in the success of secretary William Taft.
