Theodore Roosevelt: A History

Flashcards highlighting key aspects of Theodore Roosevelt's life, presidency, and legacy.

Who was Theodore Roosevelt?

The 26th president of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909.

What nickname was Theodore Roosevelt known by?

Teddy or T. R.

What office did Roosevelt hold before becoming president?

33rd Governor of New York.

How did Roosevelt become president?

He assumed the presidency after the assassination of William McKinley.

What was Roosevelt's approach to the Progressive Era?

He became a driving force for anti-trust policies.

What childhood ailment did Roosevelt struggle with?

Debilitating asthma.

Where did Roosevelt attend university?

Harvard University.

What notable book did Roosevelt write on naval history?

The Naval War of 1812.

What personal tragedy did Roosevelt experience on the same night?

The deaths of his wife Alice and mother Martha.

What military unit did Roosevelt form during the Spanish-American War?

The Rough Riders.

What was Roosevelt's notable domestic policy called?

The Square Deal.

What conservation efforts did Roosevelt prioritize during his presidency?

Establishing national parks, forests, and monuments.

What construction project in Central America was initiated during Roosevelt's presidency?

The Panama Canal.

What did Roosevelt send on a world tour to project naval power?

The Great White Fleet.

What honor did Roosevelt receive for his efforts to end the Russo-Japanese War?

The Nobel Peace Prize in 1906.

Who succeeded Roosevelt as president?

William Howard Taft.

What political party did Roosevelt help to form during the 1912 election?

The Bull Moose Party.

What expedition did Roosevelt undertake in the Amazon basin?

A four-month expedition where he nearly died from tropical disease.

How did Roosevelt view the role of the Navy according to Alfred Thayer Mahan?

As crucial for national influence and security.

What was Roosevelt's relationship with his first wife, Alice?

He was deeply affected by her death shortly after childbirth.

What significant reform bill did Roosevelt help pass as party leader?

A civil service reform bill.

What outdoor pursuits did Roosevelt engage in while in the Dakota Territory?

Hunting and cattle ranching.

Who did Roosevelt marry after the death of his first wife?

Edith Kermit Carow.

How many children did Roosevelt have with Edith?

Five.

What political event caused Roosevelt to distance himself from other reformers?

The 1884 Republican National Convention.

What was one criticism Roosevelt made about Wilson's presidency during WWI?

Wilson's decision to keep the U.S. out of the war.

What personal qualities did Roosevelt admire in cowboys?

Stern, manly qualities essential for a nation.