1. Theodore Roosevelt

2. Background Information
Lived: October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919
New York, the Dakota Badlands, and D.C.
Health issues
Raised to be active to strengthen lungs, get stronger
Harvard, Historian
The Naval War of 1812
Spent some time living out West, helped to shape his character and passion for the outdoors
New York Police Commissioner ( )
Cleaned up corruption by personally observing police on duty
Assistant Secretary of the Navy ( )
Led the call for war against Spain
Rough Rider
Posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor
New York Governor ( )

3. Role in History

4. Notable Accomplishments

5. Why Is He Important
Theodore Roosevelt transformed the role and expectations of the U.S. Presidency away from a manager and into that of someone who controls the direction and culture of the nation.
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