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Bridger, Jim, 1804-1881

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Letter from Grenville M. Dodge to Theodore Roosevelt

Grenville M. Dodge tells President Roosevelt about Jim Bridger. Bridger had been a guide to the United States Government parties exploring the West during the 1850s and Dodge wants to bring recognition to his accomplishments by sharing his story.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-19

Creator(s)

Dodge, Grenville M., 1831-1916

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Grenville M. Dodge

President Roosevelt promises to read Grenville M. Dodge’s report about Jim Bridger with great interest. Roosevelt has always been fond of Bridger, but did not know about Dodge’s connection with him.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-20

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919