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Several graduates from the French cavalry school at Saumur are now training horsemanship at West Point and the Mounted Service School. Now that the French system is being taught at the Mounted Service School, President Roosevelt asks Secretary of War Wright to issue orders allowing graduates from that school to train men at their posts and regiments.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-26
Fitzhugh Lee tells President Roosevelt a great deal about his experience studying and training at the French cavalry school at Saumur. He updates Roosevelt on the number of other foreign officers there, the training schedule, and what he is learning. He also discusses the social and moral conditions of the school. Finally, he thanks Roosevelt for his friendship and support, and sends his good wishes for the family.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-15
French Ambassador Jusserand sends President Roosevelt the information for Colonel Olivier Mazel, commandant of the French Cavalry School. Jusserand will forward Roosevelt’s letter and portrait via diplomatic mail. Roosevelt’s aide, Captain Fitzhugh Lee, will be training at the school, and Jusserand recommends that Roosevelt leave the details to him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-03-23
Major General Bell issues orders making graduates from the Mounted Service School instructors in horsemanship and equitation in their units.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-23