Timeline: American

Oct 27, 1853

Theodore Roosevelt is born

Theodore Roosevelt was born in New York City, He was the second out of four siblings. He was born with severe asthma but overcame his health with working out.

Sep 6, 1901

When President McKinley is assassinated

President William McKinley was shot and died eight days later. Theodore Roosevelt became president right after the assassination.

May 12, 1902

Energy crisis - Anthracite Coal Strike

This coal strike of 1902 was a major labor dispute that led to the energy crisis, Which led to Theodore Roosevelt.

Feb 19, 1903

Elkins Act passed

This was signed by president Theodore Roosevelt, This act was about the railroad but had unfair railroads.

Mar 14, 1903

Pelican Island, Florida named first national wildlife refuge

This was designed by President Theodore Roosevelt, making it the first national wildlife refuge in the United States. The refuge was established to protect brown pelicans and other birds.

1904

Wins first full term as President

The first U.S. The president to win a full term after having first ascended to the office following the death of his predecessor was Theodore Roosevelt in 1904.

Jun 30, 1906

Passage of Pure Food And Drug Act

The passage of pure food and drug act which exposed unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry. Signed into law by President Theodore Roosevelt, it prohibited the interstate sale of misbranded food and drugs

Sep 24, 1906

Devil’s Tower, Wyoming

This place is still open till this day. People also go there to do ceremonies. This is about 867 feet ( 264 m)

1909

Leaves presidency, visits Africa

The trend of US presidents visiting Africa after leaving office began with Theodore Roosevelt in 1909. Since then, several other former presidents ha Barack Obama.