Grey of Fallodon, Edward Grey, Viscount, 1862-1933

President Roosevelt requests that Ambassador Reid explain to Robert Offley Ashburton Crewe-Milnes that his African trip is a scientific expedition to collect specimens for the National Museum, not “a game butchering trip.” However, if given the opportunity, Roosevelt may collect some trophies. The invitation from the chancellor of Oxford, George Nathaniel Curzon, to present the Romanes lecture gives Roosevelt a genuine reason to visit England on his return from Africa. He details his travel itinerary, plans for appropriate formal attire, and people to call upon. Roosevelt is interested in what the Japanese minister for foreign affairs Jutarō Komura says and includes his letter to Japanese ambassador Kogoro Takahira and the reply. Reid’s full statement on the incidents of the Olympics pleases Roosevelt, who believes intense international matches inevitably result in misunderstandings.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-20

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Ambassador to Great Britain Reid updates President Roosevelt on various matters, including poet Algernon Charles Swinburne and his “suppressed” poem, the Newfoundland modus vivendi, and happenings in Parliament. Reid also details how he “warded off…the offer of some brand-new territory and responsibilities” in Nicaragua.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-08-28

Creator(s)

Reid, Whitelaw, 1837-1912

Ambassador Bryce informs William Loeb that he can, in fact, meet President Roosevelt for lunch on the day he requested. 

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-02-28

Creator(s)

Bryce, James Bryce, Viscount, 1838-1922

George Otto Trevelyan appreciated President Roosevelt’s message and was impressed with the reports sent to him. Trevelyan will show the reports to Sir Edward Grey, Viscount Grey of Fallodon and Secretary of State for the Colonies Victor Alexander Bruce, the Earl of Elgin.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-02-23

Creator(s)

Trevelyan, George Otto, 1838-1928

Hermann Speck von Sternburg sends President Roosevelt a memorandum on Viscount Edward Grey of Fallodon about navies and part of an article written by Andrew Carnegie regarding the growth of Royal Navy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-02-14

Creator(s)

Sternburg, Hermann Speck von, Freiherr, 1852-1908

Ambassador Carter, Secretary of the American Embassy in London, thanks President Roosevelt for his letters, and for having his daughter Mildred stay at the White House. Carter discusses the response of the British public and press to the “Jamaica incident.” This likely refers to the inadequate relief provided by British Governor of Jamaica James Alexander Swettenham to Jamaican residents after the Kingston earthquake, and the subsequent intervention by American Rear Admiral C. H. Davis. The reaction in Britain is one of “amazement, indignation, and mortification.” However, Roosevelt’s answers to British Secretary of State for War R. B. Haldane’s and British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Edward Grey’s telegrams “had a most soothing effect.” Carter also references an earlier conversation he and Roosevelt had about Swettenham, in connection with the Panama Canal.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-25

Creator(s)

Carter, John R. (John Ridgely), 1862-1944

Ambassador Reid updates President Roosevelt about his diplomatic activities and assures him that he has been keeping Secretary of State Elihu Root in the loop. Reid suspects that the Russians and Germans are trying to get an American diplomat to make a statement regarding disarmament, so they can better position themselves at the upcoming Peace Conference.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-02-18

Creator(s)

Reid, Whitelaw, 1837-1912

John R. Carter encloses a newspaper clipping relating to the affairs of the Congo. He informs President Roosevelt that Parliament has accomplished little of international interest, because of their focus on Augustine Birrell’s Education Bill. Newspapers have been focusing on James Bryce’s appointment as ambassador to Washington, which Carter supports. Carter notes that Secretary of State Elihu Root’s request for coal supplies on the Potomac was quickly fulfilled.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-12-21

Creator(s)

Carter, John R. (John Ridgely), 1862-1944

Ambassador Reid informs President Roosevelt of his travel plans and his intention to deliver a letter to Roosevelt from Sir Edward Grey. Reid sends Roosevelt an editorial and a report published in the London Times on Roosevelt’s message. Reid also mentions that the British government have not yet found someone for the position of Ambassador to the United States. Sir Gerald Lowther is no longer under consideration for the position.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-12-11

Creator(s)

Reid, Whitelaw, 1837-1912

Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit about Germany destroying American munitions plants and criticizes President Wilson’s response. He also remarks on the unhappy response of British Foreign Secretary Grey and other Englishmen to an allusion Roosevelt made to England in one of his articles. He says Archie does not have the right college attitude and that Edith is steadily growing stronger. Roosevelt also mentions some visitors he has had and whom he wishes to call on.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-11-26

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt appreciates the book and Albert Henry George Grey’s inscription in it. He is happy to entertain Grey and his daughter if they return to North America. Roosevelt wishes for a full evening’s conversation with Grey, Edward Grey, and George Otto Trevelyan.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-10

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt is “extremely pleased” that George Otto Trevelyan liked his letter. He is glad to receive Trevelyan’s letter as he worried his letter was “priggish and dull.” Roosevelt trusts Edward Grey and permits Trevelyan to share his letter with Grey. He asks if Trevelyan wants the supplement to one of his letters in which he talks about King of Great Britain George V. While it is friendly in spirit, he speaks from the standpoint of a democrat.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-08

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt expresses to Frederick Courteney Selous his sympathy for the poor treatment Selous received during a scientific expedition, including health issues and bureaucratic obstacles. Roosevelt defends Selous’s integrity and scientific value, criticizes British officials for their lack of support, and reflects on his own African experiences. He praises Selous’s field observations and urges him to continue his contributions to natural history despite age and physical limitations.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-11

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt sends an enclosure to Earl Grey. He expresses his sympathy for the Earl’s cousin Edward Grey, Viscount of Fallodon, who was childless and lost his wife in a “really dreadful accident” and his brother.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-06-02

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt received Alfred E. Pease’s letter, as he had hoped. He is currently visiting Theodore “Ted” Roosevelt and comments that the happiness of his children is his greatest concern. He recounts hunting bongos with George Grey in Africa and bird watching with his brother, Edward Grey, in England. The news of George Grey’s death by a lion saddened him, and he considers the dangers of lion hunting. Roosevelt discusses his family and their recent trip. While happy at home, Roosevelt would consider another scientific expedition through Asia.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-04-01

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt enjoyed hearing from Robert Harry Munro Ferguson. His current travel is his last “business trip,” and he hopes to see Ferguson and visit John Avery McIlhenny next time. Edward Grey recently wrote to him about his brother, George Grey. Roosevelt confirms that he wrote the article on Governor Morton. He agrees with Ferguson that Arizona and New Mexico should be admitted to statehood and that Great Britain needs time to reshape its government. Roosevelt wishes he could see Ferguson and his family.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-07

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1910-09-22

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Recipient

Delamere, Florence Anne Cole, Lady, 1878-1914

Publication Date

2025-07-31

A recent article written by Theodore Roosevelt was interpreted in England as an attack on the English. However, Roosevelt was pointing out British military shortcomings in an effort to show the even worse situation in the United States. He is attempting to remedy the situation with advice from Ambassador Spring Rice and Edward Grey. Roosevelt is pleased that Colonel Lee was able to serve at the front but believes Lee can do the most good in his current position.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1915-12-07

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt encloses a letter for Cecil Spring Rice to read and then send on to Edward Grey. He also encloses a recent article he wrote for the Metropolitan Magazine, in which he criticizes America’s statesmen for not coming to the aid of Belgium and not preparing the country to defend itself in future crises.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1915-11-24

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Theodore Roosevelt compliments Frederick Scott Oliver’s book, Alexander Hamilton. If the United States enters the war, Roosevelt hopes to raise a cavalry regiment similar to the Rough Riders and serve with his four sons. He argues that Great Britain would probably not have entered the war if Germany had respected Belgian neutrality and is distressed at his own country’s failures to defend international rights. Roosevelt has been annoyed at the activity of pacifists. English pacifists should be concerned about defeating Germany and American pacifists should be demanding that the United States follow through on the country’s international obligations. Pacifists are “playing Germany’s game” by demanding peace without regard to the terms of peace. Roosevelt believes a nation must be strong to preserve friendships and respect. He would like the United States and Great Britain to have a “peculiarly close degree of friendship.” Roosevelt is currently out of sympathy with the American public and commands little support.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1915-07-23

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919