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Big Stick Ideology
Roosevelt first used the phrase "speak softly, and carry a big stick." at the Minnesota State Fair. This phrase sums up Roosevelt's foreign policy. This phrase was a West African proverb, But was made widely popular by him. -
First Day in Office
Theodore Roosevelt took his oath of office after the assassination of President William McKinley. This was a tough time. Roosevelt becomes the 26th President. He was also the youngest president at the age of 43. -
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First Message to Congress
Roosevelt addressed the Senate and Congress in a lengthy message. He spoke of how the United States was going through great turmoil. He believed he would be able to correct the problem and turn America around. -
Favorite Horse
Roosevelt always had a strong passion for the outdoors and it's wildlife. On this day he decided to have his favorite horse, Bleistein, photographed while jumping in Chevy Chase, MD. These pictures appeared in The Washington Times and people got to see how laid back the presisdent really was. Roosevelt found riding a good escape from the pressures and cares of presidency. -
Building of the Canal
Congress authorizes Roosevelt to enter a treaty with Columbia to build the Panama Canal. The canal would stretch 48 miles through Panama allowing a passageway from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Traders would no longer have to travel all the way around South America. This would be a great success and boom the economy of all trading nations. -
Injured by Runaway Car
Roosevelt was injured when a car ran into his carriage and drove off. A crazed driver swerved into the carriage of Theodore Roosevelt in an attempt to fatally injure the president. This act of crime was indeed unsuccessful, leaving the president with only minor wounds. -
Anthracite Coal Strike
The Anthracite Coal Strike was a strike by the untied mine workers of America. They were asking for higher wages, shorter work days, and recognition of their union. This strike threatened to shut down winter fuel supply to major cities. Roosevelt set up a fact-finding commision that suspended the strike and made the miners get back to work, -
Riding in the Grand Canyon
President Roosevelt rode on horseback throug the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It was his first time visiting the state. He was amazed by the terrain and the formation of the canyons. Roosevelt was an environment lover so this trip really brought out his true personality. -
Address at Antietam, MD
President Roosevelt addressed a large crowd at Antietam Battlefield. He payed a tribute to the nations heroes unveiling of Jersey's monument. This monument showed the dedication of the heros at the battlefield. -
Panamanian Revolution
The Hay-Herrán Treaty was signed with Colombia, granting the United States use of the Isthmus of Panama in exchange for financial compensation. The U.S. Senate ratified the treaty, but the Colombian Senate, fearing a loss of sovereignty, refused. In response, President Theodore Roosevelt gave tacit approval to a rebellion by Panamanian nationalists.The U.S. administration took the trains off the railroads which stopped transportation of the Columbian troops. -
Archibald Roosevelt
Archibald Bulloch "Archie" Roosevelt was born on April 10th, 1904 in Washington D.C. He was the fifth son of President Roosevelt, but the fourth with his second wife. Archie later went on to become a distinguished Army Officer and Commander of US Forces in both World War I and II. His accomplishments through war include a Silver Star, Purple Heart, and a French Croix de Guerre. Archie died of a stroke on October 13, 1979 at the age of 85. -
Canal Property Transport
Canal properties of the French Canal Company are transferred to the United States. The purchase of the canal properties was a meer $40,000,000. This gave the United States an upper hand in the trade industry. -
Accepts Nomination for President of the United States
Roosevelt accepted the nomination to return as President of the United States. This would be his first time actually running for office. His first three years as president were served as an interim president because of the death of McKinley. -
Election of 1904
In the Nation's 30th presidential election, Incumbent President and Republican candidate, Theodore Roosevelt was elected to a full term. He defeated Democrat, Alton B. Parker, by a landslide carrying every region except the solid south. Roosevelt's success with foreign affairs and firmness against monopolies cemented his place in office. Charles W. Fairbanks was elected as Vice President by Conservatives who called Roosevelt a Radical. This did not please Teddy but it wasn't woth the fight. -
Fourth Annual Message to Congress
In his fourth annual message to congress, he expanded the Monroe Doctrine. It stated that the United States had the responsibility to preserve order and protect life and property in European countries. It also stated that the nations of the Western Hemisphere not open to colonization by European powers. -
National Forest Service
Roosevelt always had a passion for the great outdoors. He felt it was his duty to protect the unprotected. Therefore he established the National Forest Service preserving approximately 230,000,000 acres of public land. The Service is still in tact today and continues to protect the wildlife. -
Niagara Movement
A group of black intellectuals meet near Niagara Falls. W.E.B. DuBois attended this event. They did this to demand racial equality. This event is a forerunner of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. -
National Monuments Act
The power to grant national monuments comes from the Antiquities Act of 1906. This act was created so he could declare Devils Tower the first national monument. He thought Congress was moving too slowly and it would be ruined by the time they made it a national park. -
Cuba Seeks Help
Cuban President, Tom Palma, asks Roosevelt to send American Troops to settle down a rebellion that arose from a disputed election. Theodore demurred at first, weary to send troops onto foreign soil, but eventually elps out and sends troops in November. No violence arose from these actions and everything was taken care of peacefully. -
Hunting for Wild Turkey
Roosevelt owns a hunting lodge in Pine Knot. He had previously purchased the logde for $280. One of his favorite things to hunt were turkeys, because his ranch was so plentiful with them. Roosevelt was successful on his hunt, killing two large turkeys. -
Nobel Peace Prize
Theodore Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in ending the Russo-Japanese war. He also resolve a problem with Mexico by resorting to arbitration as used in the Peace Movement. This was the first time the award was controversial. Parties from Sweden and Norway argued that he was a "Military Madman" and that Alfred Nobel was turning over in his grave. Regardless he was the first Statesman to receive the Peace Prize. -
Address at Arlington National Cemetery
Teddy Roosevelt gave a speech at Arlington National Cemetery. This address was for the downfall of the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry. During this address, they revealed the monument in honor of this downfall. -
Great White Fleet
The Great White Fleet was a nick name for the United States Navy battle fleet. This fleet completed a circumnavigation of the world starting the 16th of December, 1907 and ending the 22nd of Febuary, 1909. A total of 16 battleships participated on this trip. These ships were divided into two squadrons. A squadron is a unit of ships. -
Japanese immigration
The United States and Japan reach an agreement on Japanese immigration. The Japanese government agreed not to issue and more visas permitting Japanese labors to emigrate to the United States. A visa is an endorsement on a passport indicating that the holder is allowed to enter, leave, or stay for a specified period of time in a country. This greatly reduced the immigration from japan. -
Established National Bison Range
Roosevelt was a true lover of wilderness and the outdoors. The bison population was at an all time low and Roosevelt was planning to fix that. He established the National Bison Range to provide safety for all bison in a large territory of the United States. -
Child Labor Laws
Congress passed child labor laws for the district of columbia. These laws helped protect children from working at a young age. To this day child labor laws are still in act. -
National Conservation Commision
Roosevelt called together a commmision for national conservation. Roosevelt and others presented this to congress to prepare the first inventory of the nations natural resources. The National Conservation Commission was divided into four sections, water, forests, lands, and minerals.He later called in Mexico and Canada to discuss inter-national conservation issues. -
Address at the Naval War College
Roosevelt gave an address at the Naval War College at Newport, RI. This address was titled ""Why the Nation needs an effective Navy." In this address, he talked about how effective having a navy is and how we need to make it more powerful. -
Election of 1908
Before leaving office, Roosevelt declared William Howard Taft to be a "Genuine Progressive." Roosevelt pushed for his Secretary of War for the presidency. He even went as far to say that he would break the necks of any federal official if Taft just said the word. With the president's support, Taft easily defeated three time candidate William Jennings Bryant and became the Nation's 27th president. -
The End of Roosevelt's Presidency
Roosevelts Presidency ended with the inauguration of William Howard Taft. Roosevelt then left on a year long African Safari hunt. He caught malaria while he was over there. Which later killed him.
