Military education

Letter from George LeRoy Brown to Theodore Roosevelt

George LeRoy Brown sends Theodore Roosevelt some correspondence he recently received from California Adjutant General Edwin A. Forbes, along with legislation providing for the establishment of high school military cadets. He asks Roosevelt to give a word of support to the movement. Brown thanks Roosevelt for appointing his son to West Point, saying that he is doing fairly well there, and briefly updates Roosevelt on his other children as well.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-29

Creator(s)

Brown, George LeRoy, 1849-1921

Letter from Charles P. Nelson to Theodore Roosevelt

Lieutenant Commander Charles P. Nelson tells Theodore Roosevelt about his nephew, Louis E. Hibbs, who hopes to be able to attend West Point in 1912. Nelson asks if it would be possible for him to mention the matter to Senator Miles Poindexter, who has an appointment to make at that time. Nelson attests to the character of Hibbs, and is sure that he “has all the attributes of a fine officer.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-26

Creator(s)

Nelson, Charles P. (Charles Preston), 1877-1935

Letter from Franklin J. Holben to Theodore Roosevelt

Franklin J. Holben asks for Theodore Roosevelt’s help in getting an appointment for his son Arthur to attend West Point.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-02-10

Creator(s)

Holben, Franklin J., 1868-1924

Letter from Fitzhugh Lee to Theodore Roosevelt

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.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-15

Creator(s)

Lee, Fitzhugh, 1875-1954

Letter from J. J. Jusserand to Theodore Roosevelt

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.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-03-23

Creator(s)

Jusserand, J. J. (Jean Jules), 1855-1932

Letter from Hermann Speck von Sternburg to Theodore Roosevelt

German Ambassador Sternburg gives President Roosevelt his thoughts on a military report Roosevelt had sent him previously. Sternburg agrees that Japan does not want to see China’s military strength improve. Western military advisors have proven the Chinese are excellent soldiers with the right training. Sternburg also sends a letter he received from St. George Littledale.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-10-23

Creator(s)

Sternburg, Hermann Speck von, Freiherr, 1852-1908

Letter from Truman Handy Newberry to Theodore Roosevelt

Acting Secretary of the Navy Newberry updates President Roosevelt on naval matters. Newberry is glad Roosevelt approves of his plans for educating midshipmen, and believes it is a good idea to enlist them at a younger age. Newberry has conferred with Admirals Robley D. Evans and Willard H. Brownson regarding itineraries for the Great White Fleet’s trip to the Pacific, and will send the specifics of three proposed itineraries soon.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-08-01

Creator(s)

Newberry, Truman Handy, 1864-1945

Headquarters Philippines Division

This document contains training recommendations for soldiers, prepared by Lieutenant Colonel John G. D. Knight of the Headquarters Philippines Division. The document contains recommendations for practice marches, a regiment of physical training, and weapons training.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-03-24

Creator(s)

Knight, John G. D. (John George David), 1846-1919

Invitation for Marion Institute government day exercises

An invitation to the government day exercises sponsored by the Marion Institute on April 13.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-04-13

Creator(s)

Marion Institute (Marion, Ala.)

General Orders No. 186

Major General Bell issues orders making graduates from the Mounted Service School instructors in horsemanship and equitation in their units.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-23

Creator(s)

Bell, James Franklin, 1856-1919

Memorandum from David Brenner Henderson to Theodore Roosevelt

Speaker of the House Henderson asks President Roosevelt to allow Duncan to reenter the Academy, which he would consider a great personal favor.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-12-02

Creator(s)

Henderson, David Bremner, 1840-1906

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon

Theodore Roosevelt was pleased to hear that John T. McCutcheon will be participating in the summer military camp. He believes the work will be valuable and a first step in developing a “comprehensive reserve system.”

Collection

Newberry Library

Creation Date

1915-08-02

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1887-1944

Cadet shaking hands with President Theodore Roosevelt after receiving his diploma

A cadet shakes hands with Theodore Roosevelt after receiving his diploma.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1902

Creator(s)

Unknown

Theodore Roosevelt reading names of cadets graduating from Annapolis

Theodore Roosevelt reads the names of cadets graduating from the United States Naval Academy.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1902

Creator(s)

Unknown

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Hutchinson Cowles

Theodore Roosevelt praises William Hutchinson Cowles and The Spokane Review for publishing a pamphlet advocating for universal military training and “liability to service” during wartime. Roosevelt hopes the pamphlet will be widely circulated.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1916-06-07

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt would like to see Harvard “take the lead in every real movement for making our country stand as it should stand.” However, too many “Harvard men” are supporting the pacifist movement. These pacifists belong with the “college sissy who disapproves of football or boxing because it is rough.” Roosevelt describes the pacifist movement as detrimental and ignoble. He argues that the United States needs to prepare materially, spiritually, and morally for war. Roosevelt recommends a course of military training at Harvard.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1915-11-20

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Address of President Roosevelt in Annapolis, Maryland

President Roosevelt lauds the graduates of the Naval Academy for their efforts to advance their courage and skill in their profession. Roosevelt also declares that if the United States were to face a foreign foe, the Navy will be the crucial component in protecting the country.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-05-02

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Address of President Roosevelt to Graduates of the United States Naval Academy

President Roosevelt lauds the graduates of the Naval Academy for their efforts to advance their courage, preparedness, intelligence, and knowledge of their profession. Roosevelt also declares that the if the United States were to face a foreign foe, the Navy will be the crucial component in protecting the country.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-05-02

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Anna Roosevelt Cowles

Assistant Secretary Roosevelt offers to take “young Tudor” on as a trooper, provided he passes the appropriate examination and understands the reality of the life. He asks his sister, Anna Roosevelt Cowles, to pass along that message and tells her he is happy that she is reunited with her husband.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1898

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

The European officer and his Chinese awkward squad

On the left, captioned “Master and Pupils,” a European officer drills a rag-tag group of disinterested and poorly armed soldiers. On the right, captioned “Pupils and Master,” a diminutive European officer is dwarfed by large, well-equipped, well-trained, and disciplined Chinese soldiers.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1911-11-29

Creator(s)

Keppler, Udo J., 1872-1956