Recollections of Full Years · Character

Theodore Roosevelt

The magnetic President and D'Artagnan of the Three Musketeers, whose restless energy and political instincts both propel and unsettle his friend Taft's ascent.

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Also known as Mr. Roosevelt, Roosevelt, President Roosevelt, Theodore, Colonel Roosevelt

First appearance: iii to the philippines

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Mentioned in connection with political and personal interactions during the period.

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Later, in X: Governor Taft: Succeeds McKinley as President; known to Taft from their time in Washington.

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Recollections of Full Years
Mentioned in connection with political and personal interactions during the period.
X: Governor Taft
Succeeds McKinley as President; known to Taft from their time in Washington.
XI: A Trip to Rome
Decides to send Taft to Rome to negotiate with the Vatican regarding the Friar lands.
Last Days in the Philippines
Offers Taft a Supreme Court seat; initially accepts Taft's refusal but later insists on the appointment, overriding Taft's judgment.
Secretary of War
President, transfers Canal Zone administration to the War Department and is depicted in cartoons.
Busy Years
Supports Taft's candidacy but expresses concern over Taft's lack of political engagement; part of 'Three Musketeers.'
XV: A Hurried Trip Around the World
Urges Taft to take a more active role in the campaign and change his Boston speech topic; Taft submits his acceptance speech to Roosevelt for review.
President of the United States
Retiring President, hosts the Tafts for dinner and a night at the White House, jokes about the storm.
The White House
Mentioned as the previous President; Mrs. Roosevelt's dinner service choices are noted.
Conclusion
Visits the White House and entertains the Tafts with stories, convincing Mrs. Taft of his continued esteem for her husband.

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