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President Roosevelt supports the Monroe Doctrine and wants South America to “develop on its own lines, with an open door to all outside nations.” He wishes that the same policy could be applied to China. Roosevelt is saddened by England’s military “decay” and wonders if the Franco-Russian alliance will be permanent.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-11
Theodore Roosevelt inquires about Ruth Moore Lee’s health, and tells about Kermit Roosevelt’s railroad work in South America. Roosevelt also explains his move from the Republican Party to the Progressive Party during the 1912 Presidential campaign and details issues in the party platform. Although Roosevelt expects that Wilson will win, he is happy because of his strong belief in the Progressive movement, his hope that it is the beginning of a new movement that will lead American democracy away from materialism, and his admiration for his colleagues such as Hiram Johnson.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-08-14
Cecil Spring Rice writes from his diplomatic posting in St. Petersburg, Russia. Russians are not happy with the Russo-Japanese War and are wary of foreigners, especially English and Americans. He sees Russia and Germany growing closer but doubts that they will ever reach an alliance. Spring Rice reflects on Russia’s relationships with the other great powers and sees Russia’s future as in the East. He suggests that Germany will end up allying with the victor of the Russo-Japanese War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-05-25
President Roosevelt hears that Ambassador Meyer is doing well in St. Petersburg and asks that his first confidential report go through Secretary of State John Hay. He hopes that Meyer will get along with Spencer F. Eddy.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-05-02
President Roosevelt is pleased with what Ambassador Meyer has reported about Russia and includes a letter for him to give to Cecil Spring Rice.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-05-13
President Roosevelt attempted and failed to bring better understanding between Germany and England, and feels that the parties are too divided to hope for peace.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-05-22
President Roosevelt considers the possible outcomes of the conflict between the Russians and Japanese.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-05-24
President Roosevelt acknowledges Japan’s “overwhelming triumph” and hopes that Russia will concede to defeat in order to avoid further conflict.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-06-19
President Roosevelt has attempted and failed to convince the Japanese to agree to an armistice, and notes that Russia cannot hope for peace without making major concessions.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1905-07-07
This film compilation presents Theodore Roosevelt at various public functions in support of the war effort.
Library of Congress Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound
1917-1918
Examination of recent relations between the United States and the European great powers.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-25
Richard Welling is traveling across Russia after a tour of the Philippines. He encourages President Roosevelt to appoint a consul for Newchwang (Yingkou) as it appears that Consul Miller will not be returning. A consul is needed to deter the Russians from sending troops under the pretense of quelling disorder.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-14
Freiherr Sternburg is in India and reflects on the great power politics of India and the Middle East. The Russians want a port on the Persian Gulf and are advancing through Persia. The British oppose them in order to maintain a connection between India and Asia Minor. Germany is building a railroad across the Ottoman Empire which is complicating the issue, but Sternburg believes the railroad will help Great Britain. He has not been impressed with the British military in India.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-26
Hermann Speck von Sternburg is pleased to announce he has received a post in Washington, D.C. He reviews recent political developments in Europe and Asia minor, including England’s triumphs across the world and widespread opposition to Germany’s intentions for expansion.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-21
Hermann Speck von Sternburg would like to serve in Washington, D.C., more than anywhere else, but his return depends on President Roosevelt. Sternburg reviews Russia’s actions in Asia, including its preoccupation with Afghanistan and a blockade of Persian railways.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-08
The South African War has increased interest in mounted infantry in Europe and India, with some even advocating for a full army to be mounted. The gloomy news from South Africa is difficult, especially since many of the British admire the Boers. The British are seeking to get their candidate on the throne of Afghanistan but Russia is opposing them with its own influence. There are also tensions in the Persian Gulf as Britain seeks to protect its interests and Germany desires access to Kuwait Harbor as the terminus of the Anatolian railroad. There is a great deal of interest about President Roosevelt in India.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-09