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    Theodore Roosevelt was an American statesman, author, explorer, soldier, naturalist, and reformer who served as the 26th President of the United States from 1901 to 1909. A trailblazer of the Republican Party, he was a leading force of the Progressive Era. Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858. He was the second of four children born to Theodore Roosevelt, Sr. and Martha Bulloch Roosevelt. They lived in New York City. Roosevelt had a very difficult childhood in fighting a sickly form of asthma,…

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    Museum curator: Hello everybody! Today we are going to take a look at the bedroom of Theodore Roosevelt. He was the 26th president of the United States and is known as one of the best. Today is actually just my first day as a tour guide, so go easy on me! (laughs nervously) Let’s see who’s on the tour today! (museum curator looks through crowd of people) Oh wow what a variety! We have a group of children on a field trip, a few families, a couple...hello! What’s your names? Couple: *silence*…

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    their success. Theodore Roosevelt was one of those individuals who rolled with life’s punches and asked for a second helping. Most of us know Theodore Roosevelt as “Teddy”, a tough native New Yorker who spoke of the West African proverb “Speak softly and carry a big stick”, but not many of us know that Theodore was plagued with severe sicknesses as a young child. Theodore faced many challenges throughout his life but continued to strive forward through the storm…

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    Theodore Roosevelt- He is the 26th president who championed expansionist ideals within American government, and had a desire to go to war with nations who conflicted with his goals for America’s role in the Americas. Captain A. T. Mahan- He is the propogandist who inspired America’s government, especially Theodore Roosevelt, to fortify America’s military, by proclaiming the strongest nations have the largest militaries. Henry Cabot Lodge- He was a Massachusetts…

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    technology, economic development, science, and social organization was introduced and applied to America. In 1901 president Theodore Roosevelt began an anti-corruption campaign known as the progressive reform movement to clean the government from powerfully corrupt leaders. Throughout this campaign rumors and false accusations rose up against honest men. Theodore Roosevelt addresses the false accusations in his speech “Who Smear and Slander…

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    affairs, Teddy Roosevelt was known for his policies, and “The only man who never makes a mistake is the man who never does anything,” (McCullough). These are the wise words of our country’s twenty-sixth and youngest President Theodore Roosevelt. Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858 to Theodore Roosevelt Sr. and Martha Bulloch, (bio.com). One could say that Roosevelt was a stubborn child; he hated the nickname “Teddy” and preferred Theodore or T.R. only, (bio.com). Roosevelt did not grow up…

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    was in a progressive movement and were also getting involve in foreign affairs. The president during this time Theodore Roosevelt, a republican, was one of the first modern presidents the United States had encountered and he began to not only expand the power of the presidency but also industry, business and military. This time period in the United States was know as Imperialism. Roosevelt felt like the only way to expand the US power was to strengthen the Navy and create ports throughout the…

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    Theodore Roosevelt’s Lasting Impact on The World There are many pressures that come along with being the president of the United States. Being the president is a demanding position that comes with many responsibilities, which can lead to both psychological and physical stress. Presidents must work to repair many of America’s problems while also dealing with issues that affect other parts of the world. Theodore Roosevelt is a former president that did a remarkable job at facing presidential…

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    Theodore Roosevelt is affectionately referred to by some as “Theodore the Great”, referencing his accomplishments: on the battlefield, trustbusting, and working for the middle class. However, opponents of TR would say that he abused his power and totally disregarded the Constitution. Even though Roosevelt was considered by his own party, and himself, to be a Conservative, TR followed a political philosophy that differed from the Conservative orthodoxy. Actions speak louder than words, and TR’s…

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    progressive president, Theodore Roosevelt, had a very positive impact by transforming the United States into a more modern country and all around a greater country. Roosevelt was one of the most influential people that ever ran the Unites States. This ambitious leader balanced the interests of business, consumer, and laborer. He helped to better America as a country by mainly passing laws that improved working conditions, food and drug companies, and even the environment. Theodore Roosevelt…

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