Published May 9, 2022
111: The Assassination of Will McKinley & The Strenuous Life of Theodore Roosevelt
Explore Theodore Roosevelt's transformation from a frail boy into a robust leader through his "Strenuous Life" philosophy, his unexpected rise to the presidency following William McKinley's assassination, and the enduring impact of his dynamic, reformative leadership.
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