Author |
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
Editor |
Richardson, James D. (James Daniel), 1843-1914 |
Title |
A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents. Section 2 (of 2) of Supplemental Volume: Theodore Roosevelt, Supplement
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Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Compilation_of_the_Messages_and_Papers_of_the_Presidents
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Note |
Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Credits |
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Summary |
"A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents" by James D. Richardson is a historical account documented during the late 19th to early 20th century. This compilation presents a comprehensive collection of significant speeches, messages, and orders from various U.S. Presidents, showcasing their views, decisions, and policy positions during a transformative period in American history. The opening portion of this compilation introduces Theodore Roosevelt, the 27th President of the United States, detailing his background, political career, and ascent to the presidency following the assassination of President McKinley. It encapsulates Roosevelt's inaugural address as Vice President, reflecting on the importance of legislative duties and the responsibilities of government, while also addressing national challenges faced after McKinley’s tragic death. The text establishes a tone of leadership and determination as Roosevelt conveys the significance of stable governance and the need for vigilance against threats like anarchism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
J: Political science
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Subject |
United States -- Politics and government
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Subject |
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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Subject |
United States -- History -- Sources
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Subject |
Presidents -- United States
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
13891 |
Release Date |
Oct 29, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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