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Emphasized the importance of a strong navy in his book The Influence of Sea Power in History
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McKinley led the nation to victory in the Spanish–American War, raised protective tariffs to promote American industry, and 25th president of the United States, serving from March 4, 1897, until his assassination six months into his second term.
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The group was led by Colonel Leonard Wood, with Lieutenant-Colonel Theodore Roosevelt also leading a contingent. The Rough Riders made a heroic charge up San Juan Hill that cost them heavy casualties. Teller Amendment - A resolution by Congress in 1898 promising to grant Cuba independence after the war.
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Speak softly and carry a big stick. A proverb quoted by Theodore Roosevelt as a brief statement of his approach to foreign policy.
