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Tracey, Charles, 1847-1905

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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Charles S. Smith

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Charles S. Smith

President Roosevelt sends General Smith a copy of a letter he received from Chief of Ordnance William Crozier applauding the appointment of Smith to brigadier general before his retirement. In the letter Crozier details Smith’s triumphs, including the widespread adoption of the built-up forged steel cannon gun and revitalizing coastal defenses in the United States. Roosevelt appreciates Smith’s service to the country, as this efforts advanced the development of seacoast defenses in the United States.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-12-04

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Restoring “prosperity”

Restoring “prosperity”

President Cleveland and five men use “Sound Policy Cement” to repair a statue labeled “Nat. Prosperity.” Shown with Cleveland are John G. Carlisle, William L. Wilson, Daniel W. Voorhees, Charles Tracey, and Michael D. Harter. Caption: The Republican vandals damaged it badly; but it will soon be as sound as ever, again.

Collection

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs

Creation Date

1893-09-20

Creator(s)

Keppler, Udo J., 1872-1956