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The Rough Riders by Theodore Roosevelt

The Rough Riders

Theodore Roosevelt

Start Publishing LLC · Hardcover · April 15, 2013

Along with Colonel Leonard Wood, Theodore Roosevelt instigated the founding of the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry in 1898 at the beginning of the Spanish-American War.

Presidents & World LeadersU.S. Military History19th-Century Americamilitary
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U.S. Military History, Presidents & World Leaders, 19th-Century America
Published
Start Publishing LLC, April 15, 2013

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Along with Colonel Leonard Wood, Theodore Roosevelt instigated the founding of the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry in 1898 at the beginning of the Spanish-American War. Nicknamed the Rough Riders by journalists, the Cavalry engaged in several battles. This is Roosevelt s best-selling account of one of the most fascinating regiments in American military history.

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  • The Rough Riders context
  • Cultural touchstone, with discussion value

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  • Historical perspective
  • A sustained, conversation-ready read

Where it sits

U.S. Military History68%
Presidents & World Leaders52%
19th-Century America29%

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Publisher categories

  • U.S. Military History
Authors
Theodore Roosevelt
Publisher
Start Publishing LLC
Published
April 15, 2013
Format
Hardcover
Reading lane
U.S. Military History