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Yosemite under Federal Control
On October 1st, 1890, Yosemite became known as the first national park to be placed under federal control. Which was later visited by President Theodore Roosevelt. -
Rough rider at San Juan hill
Theodore Roosevelt was the leader of the first U.S. voluntary Calvary group called the rough riders who was well known to have participated in the battle of San Juan Hill. -
Named President when McKinley is assassinated
September 14th, 1901, President McKinley dies from poor condition due to gunshot, causing Theodore Roosevelt to become the next president. -
Coal strike
Coal miners organized a strike for hopes of higher pay, shorter hours and recognition. -
Pelican Island, Florida named first national wildlife refuge
On March 14th, 1903, Theodore Roosevelt established the first national wildlife refuge to protect endangered animals from extinction. -
Theodore Roosevelt wins first full term as President
On November 8, 1904, President Theodore Roosevelt defeated Alton B. Parker to win first full term as president. -
Passage of Pure Food And Drug Act
The act prohibited the sale of misbranded food or drugs and crated a foundation for the first consumer protection agency. -
Devil’s Tower, Wyoming, named first national monument
It is considered as the first national monument that was established in the united states during the year of 1906. -
Theodore Roosevelt leaves presidency, visits Africa
Theodore Roosevelt leaves presidency to visit Africa due to his desire to leave the political stage and to help donate to the Smithsonian institution. -
Elkins Act passed
The act authorized the Interstate Commerce Commission to impose heavy fines on railroads that offered rebates. This caused greater railroad regulation. -
Runs for presidency, unsuccessfully for Bull-Moose Party
On November 5th, 1912, President Theodore Roosevelt is defeated by William Howard Taft for presidency while running under the Bull-Moose political party.