Teddy Roosevelt Timeline Project

Teddy Roosevelt Birth

Oct 27, 1858

Theodore Roosevelt was born October 27 , 1858. In New york City , NY

Devil's tower

1875

Discovered in 1875 By Richard Dodge and he describes it as " One of the most remarkable peak in this or any country "

Was Named President after Mckinley was Assassinated

1901

Theodore Roosevelt was a Vice president at the time. He was moved to the President role as President Mckinley was assassinated on September 06, 1901.

Energy crisis - Anthracite Coal Strike

1902

A strike about how workers are getting paid, their work hours, etc.

Pelican Island

1903

A wildlife refuge, first National wildlife refuge. Is located in Florida

Elkins Act

Feb 19, 1903

Doesn't allow railroad companies to give money back to companies who ship in larger quanity.

Wins first full term

1904

In 1904 Roosevelt wins his first full term. With Taft succeeding him in 1908

Yosemite in Federal Control

Jun 11, 1906

Teddy pledged to make Yosemite valley part of Yosemite park

Passage of Pure Food And Drug Act

Jun 30, 1906

Didn't allow people to sell food and drugs that weren't really what they were. So no misbranding or anything.

Leaves presidency to go to Africa

1909

Theodore Roosevelt leaves presidency in 1909 and goes to Africa. He goes on an expedition for a year or so and later on returns in 1910.

Bull-Moose Party

1912

Teddy Roosevelt ran for Presidency again, but lost to Taft