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Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. Known for his exuberant personality, range of interests, and achievements, he was a driving force behind the Progressive Era in the United States. Roosevelt was also a naturalist, historian, and writer, leaving a lasting legacy in American politics and conservation.

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The Timeline

1858 — 1919

  1. 1858

    Birth of Theodore Roosevelt

    Theodore Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858, in New York City, New York.
  2. 1880

    Graduation from Harvard College

    Theodore Roosevelt graduated from Harvard College, where he studied a variety of subjects and developed a keen interest in natural history.
  3. 1881

    Elected to New York State Assembly

    Theodore Roosevelt was elected to the New York State Assembly, marking the beginning of his political career.
  4. 1884

    Death of First Wife and Mother

    On February 14, 1884, both Theodore Roosevelt's first wife, Alice Hathaway Lee Roosevelt, and his mother, Martha Bulloch Roosevelt, passed away on the same day.
  5. 1884

    Following the deaths of his wife and mother, Theodore Roosevelt moved to the Badlands of North Dakota to become a rancher and cowboy, which helped shape his rugged persona.
  6. 1886

    Marriage to Edith Kermit Carow

    Theodore Roosevelt married Edith Kermit Carow, a childhood friend, on December 2, 1886.
  7. 1889

    Appointed Civil Service Commissioner

    Theodore Roosevelt was appointed as a U.S. Civil Service Commissioner by President Benjamin Harrison, where he served until 1895.
  8. 1895

    New York City Police Commissioner

    Theodore Roosevelt became the President of the Board of New York City Police Commissioners, implementing significant reforms.
  9. 1897

    Assistant Secretary of the Navy

    Theodore Roosevelt was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy by President William McKinley.
  10. 1898

    Spanish-American War

    Theodore Roosevelt resigned as Assistant Secretary of the Navy to lead the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War, gaining national fame.
  11. 1899

    Governor of New York

    Theodore Roosevelt was elected Governor of New York, where he continued his reformist agenda.
  12. 1901

    Vice President and Presidency

    Theodore Roosevelt became Vice President of the United States under President William McKinley and assumed the presidency after McKinley's assassination in September 1901.
  13. 1902

    Anthracite Coal Strike Mediation

    Theodore Roosevelt intervened in the Anthracite Coal Strike, the first time a president mediated a labor dispute.
  14. 1906

    Nobel Peace Prize

    Theodore Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in negotiating the end of the Russo-Japanese War.
  15. 1909

    End of Presidency

    Theodore Roosevelt left office and embarked on an African safari and European tour, further enhancing his international reputation.
  16. 1912

    Progressive Party Candidacy

    Theodore Roosevelt ran for president as a Progressive Party candidate, splitting the Republican vote and leading to the election of Woodrow Wilson.
  17. 1919

    Death of Theodore Roosevelt

    Theodore Roosevelt passed away on January 6, 1919, at his home in Oyster Bay, New York.

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