Teddy roosevelt

By phillynem
  • Named President when McKinley is assassinated

    Named President when McKinley is assassinated

    Theodore Roosevelt became President of the United States following the assassination of William McKinley on September 6, 1901. Roosevelt was sworn in on September 14, 1901
  • Energy crisis - Anthracite Coal Strike

    Energy crisis - Anthracite Coal Strike

    The Anthracite Coal Strike by the United Mine Workers of America led to an energy crisis. President Roosevelt intervened, leading to a settlement that was a landmark in federal involvement in labor disputes.
  • Elkins Act passed

    Elkins Act passed

    The Elkins Act was passed to amend the Interstate Commerce Act, targeting railroad monopolies by prohibiting rebates and discriminatory rate practices. It authorized the ICC to impose heavy fines on railroads offering rebates and shippers accepting them.
  • Devil’s Tower, Wyoming, named first national monument

    Devil’s Tower, Wyoming, named first national monument

    President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower in Wyoming as the first national monument in the U.S. under the Antiquities Act. This action preserved the unique geological formation and recognized its significance.
  • Leaves presidency, visits Africa

    Leaves presidency, visits Africa

    Shortly after his presidency ended on March 4, 1909, Theodore Roosevelt set sail for a Smithsonian-sponsored expedition to Africa. The purpose was to collect specimens for the National Museum of Natural History.