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This article reports that Quentin Roosevelt’s death was confirmed by a note dropped in the camp to which Quentin was attached by a German aviator. From newsletter, “The Hatchet: Published on the High Seas.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-07-21
Theodore Roosevelt salutes a banner with four stars; one is being turned to gold by a figure holding a wand.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918
This certificate commemorates Quentin Roosevelt who “laid down his life” in taking active service in the United States Army, 1st Lieutenant in the 95th Aero Squadron. It is signed by John J. Pershing, Commander in Chief.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-07-14
This memorandum signed by G. H. Shields from the War Department announces that Westbury Plateau flying field will be renamed Roosevelt Field to commemorate Quentin Roosevelt.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-09-24
Pencil drawing depicts Lady Liberty placing a wreath at the memorial of Quentin Roosevelt and others.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918
Black and white illustration of a Red Cross Nurse holding a victory statue and a dead soldier lying on a tomb commemorating Quentin Roosevelt and others.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918
Musical composition/sheet music regarding the pilgrimage to the grave on the hillside at Chamery.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918
A memorial portfolio portrait collection consisting of 12 deceased WWI soldiers with biographical sketches. Includes Quentin Roosevelt and Hamilton Coolidge.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1919
Print depicts a Columbia figure knighting a kneeling WWI figure. The print is dedicated to 1st Lieutenant Quentin Roosevelt, Air Service.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918
A citation commemorating the service of Quentin Roosevelt as a pilot before he was “gloriously killed during an aerial battle.” Translation included.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-11-29
Lelia Miller Pierce sends a poem, “Prophesy” regarding, “a star.” Envelope included.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1921-09-10
A poem by Lelia Miller Pierce sent to Edith Roosevelt in which she praises Quentin Roosevelt. Envelope included.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1921-11-24
A poem entitled “A Lyrical Wreath for a Wooden Cross,” inspired by Quentin Roosevelt.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Unknown
A declaration from Alfred Leon Jacobson, a French artillery officer, who found portion of axel-bed of Quentin Roosevelt’s airplane, August 11, 1919.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1924-03-06
This letter is regarding admiration for American army; encloses a sketch of Quentin Roosevelt’s gravesite, area of impact of airplane and metal pieces, etc.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1924-03-08
Myron T. Herrick writes to Edith Roosevelt sending a portion of Quentin Roosevelt’s airplane’s axel-bed, found at his grave, August 11, 1918, by a French officer, Captain Jacobson. He sends best wishes to Ethel and Richard.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1924-03-24
Jarvis A. Wood writes to Edith Roosevelt about visiting Quentin Roosevelt’s grave, placing poppies, and recalling Quentin’s “supreme sacrifice.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1924-11-24
Le´on Carre´ sends Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt a poetic tribute to Quentin Roosevelt.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1927-06-22
Poem by unknown author memorializes the death of Quentin Roosevelt.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1927
A letter to the editor regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s article “Sacrifice on Cold Alters” discussing duty. The writer sympathizes with “soldiers and sailors” who died from disease or accident, and not “in the wild excitement of the battlefield.” Article forwarded from Judge Buffington to Edith Roosevelt
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-11-20