Theodore Roethke

*A major outcome of U.S imperialism in the 19th century was that it provided stability towards uncivilized countries (such as granting independence.) Take for instance the Philippines, which was acquired after the Spanish-American War in 1898. During that time, the Philippines was under Spanish rule, which ultimately called for their full sovereignty. On August 1898, US troops defeated the Spanish, as a result Spain gave the Philippines to the United States in exchange for $20 million under the…

Contrastingly, he specifies the conversion of power to the proper noun of “American People.” The pronoun “you” also accentuates this priority in his citizens, which overall establishes Trump as a figure who cares for his citizens. Late President Theodore Roosevelt also uses antithesis to establish his priorities, for our success “depends, not only as regards our own welfare, but as regards the welfare of mankind.” The pronoun “our” centers the importance of the American citizens in achieving…

President Theodore Roosevelt was the twenty-sixth president of the Unites States. Also known as “Teddy” Roosevelt was born in New York City and he came from a wealthy family. He attended Harvard College he then married his first wife and the attended the Columbia University Law school but he didn't finish. According to history .com, “In 1882 Roosevelt was elected to the New York State Assembly and served two terms”. Soon after this his wife and mother died Roosevelt decided to take some time and…

For many years, America was ruled by the same type of person, old rule-followers. One man changed this stereotype, bringing youth and a new kind of open-mindedness. Theodore Roosevelt was the first of his kind. Roosevelt was elected to many minor offices before being elected president, but his presidency is by far the thing he is remembered for. At just 42, Teddy Roosevelt was the youngest man to have ever become president of the United States. Roosevelt was the running mate of the…

The building of the first transcontinental railroad by the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroad companies was a monumental feat. Plans for the first railroad had begun well before the Civil War. In fact, the Central Pacific started building east from Sacramento, California, in 1863. But the Civil War delayed progress until 1865. Then the Union Pacific started out from Omaha, Nebraska, and the two companies worked towards each other to cover almost 2000 miles. (Gilded age) And in 1869 the…

Some progressive groups suggested that there was much need for moral reform in America. It was argued that in many urban areas, corruption invaded political establishments. Progressives pushed for social purity and sought to rid these urban communities from corruptions such as alcoholism. According to Barnes & Bowles (2014), “In addition to middle-class women and Protestant clergy, the movement attracted nativists and racists, who argued that immigrants and African Americans were more likely to…

country. Theodore was a very accomplished and strong person during his Early Life to being president until his death. On October 28th, 1858 Theodore Roosevelt was born in Manhattan, New York. His parents being Theodore Roosevelt Sr. and Marith Roosevelt (“Theodore”). When Roosevelt was young, he had asthma (Marrin 20). Roosevelt’s family traveled to Europe when he was young, but the trip was spoiled because of Theodore getting asthma. Theodore Sr. was tired of changing plans because of…

where the U.S. sunk the an entire Spanish fleet. In just seven hours, the entire Spanish Asian fleet is sunk and the U.S. suffered one death. The battle was short-lived due to the quality of the U.S. Navy. The battle of San Juan Heights consisted of Theodore Roosevelt leading his Rough Riders to take over San Juan Hill. A Rough Rider is a member of the cavalry unit that was commanded by…

President Wilson and the editors of the New Republic, the AmericanFederation of Labor (AFL), and members of the League to Enforce Peace (LEP) of which former Presient William Howard Taft was a member of. The third group was the Atlanticists led by Theodore Roosevelt, Henry Cabot Lodge, and Elihu Root. Consistency within the group was their fundamental…

In 1956, three years before his death, Alexander Deussen, a petroleum geologist from San Antonio, donated 309-acres of land to Harris County Precinct 1. Named after its donator, Alexander-Deussen Park boasts many amenities which are appreciated by everyone who visits this exceptional recreational area. The park has the several children’s playgrounds, a community center, an open air pavilion overlooking the lake, an asphalt 2.5 mile jogging trail with work out equipment erected along the path, 3…