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Theodore Roosevelt's Accomplishments

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“Speak softly and carry a big stick.” You might have known Theodore Roosevelt as the famous politician, author, historian, explorer, and conservationist. He was our 26th President of the United States, and considered one of the most dynamic in White House history in our time today. But, did you know he was very ill growing up and never really approved of the name “Teddy”, or even that two of his closest loved ones died on the same day? Reading this essay, you will find out there were many more things to Theodore Roosevelt than you might have suspected. And the horrific and joyous events that have once occurred in his life helped him to grow into an outstanding and memorable leader, changing the United States as we have known it forever. …show more content…

Roosevelt solved many international problems by the end of his first term. He kept a firm hand on domestic affairs and was very popular with the public. He became a “trustbuster” by forcing the great railroad combination in the Northeast to break apart. Roosevelt saw himself as a representative of all of the people whether it was farmers, laborers, white collar workers, and businessmen. He focused of bring big business under strong regulation so all people could be beneficially served. He wanted everyone’s trust. His efforts reduced the control of big business over the U.S. economy and workers. He steered the United State to be more actively into world politics. He was also aware there was a needed shortcut between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans to connect the world. As a result, the construction of the Panama Canal began in …show more content…

He joined the fight to organize for the conservation of game and game habitat. Roosevelt and George Bird Grinnell of “Forest and Stream” magazine founded the Boone and Crockett Club in 1887. It supported scientific forest management, clean water, and restricted use of natural resources. Most American didn’t support these ideas. In March 1903, the demand for plumes for women’s hats killed off many shorebird populations. Roosevelt was aware of the massive extinction and created the first Pelican Island Bird Reservation. He created fifty more refuges before he left

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