Teddy Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt is born

Oct 27, 1858

heodore Roosevelt was born in New York City. He grew up sickly but became strong and loved nature and adventure.

Named President when McKinley is assassinated

Sep 14, 1901

After President McKinley was shot and died, Roosevelt became the 26th President of the United States at age 42.

Energy Crisis – Anthracite Coal Strike

May 12, 1902

Coal miners went on strike for better pay. Roosevelt helped both sides reach an agreement, showing fairness and leadership.

Elkins Act Passed

Feb 19, 1903

This law stopped railroads from giving secret discounts to companies. Roosevelt wanted to control unfair business practices.

Pelican Island, Florida named first National Wildlife Refuge

Mar 14, 1903

Roosevelt protected Pelican Island to save birds from hunting. It became the first National Wildlife Refuge in the U.S

Wins first full term as President

Nov 8, 1904

Roosevelt won the presidential election easily, earning his own full term after finishing McKinley’s.

Yosemite under Federal Control

Jun 11, 1906

Roosevelt made Yosemite Valley part of the national parks under federal protection. He wanted to save America’s natural beauty.

Passage of Pure Food and Drug Act

Jun 30, 1906

This law made food and medicine safer after reports of dirty factories. Roosevelt helped protect public health.

Devil’s Tower, Wyoming named first National Monument

Sep 24, 1906

Roosevelt used the new Antiquities Act to protect Devil’s Tower. It became the first U.S. National Monument.

Leaves presidency, visits Africa

Mar 23, 1909

After finishing his term, Roosevelt went on a safari in Africa to hunt and collect animal specimens for museums.

Runs for presidency, unsuccessfully for Bull-Moose Party

1912

Roosevelt ran again for President with the new Progressive (“Bull Moose”) Party but lost to Woodrow Wilson.