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According to Theodore Roosevelt, building an adequate navy is a necessary step for peace. Roosevelt also discusses how younger men were inspired by the example of soldiers in the Civil War.
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1903-05-22
Theodore Roosevelt thanks the workmen of the Navy Yard for the token. He also emphasizes that victories in Manila and Santiago are due to the men who prepared the ships for battle.
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1903-05-23
Theodore Roosevelt compliments the natural resources of Idaho and emphasizes the personal attributes of citizens that are necessary to make the state flourish. The worst thing an American can do is create feelings of hatred and mistrust. Roosevelt closes his speech by introducing the Secretary of the Navy.
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1903-05-26
Theodore Roosevelt starts his speech by talking about his first experience in Butte, when he was traveling “pretty rough.” Roosevelt highlights the accomplishments of the United States Navy. The importance of irrigation to Montana is also emphasized.
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1903-05-27
President Roosevelt explains the importance of the national irrigation congress. He also discusses the importance of the country supporting each other no matter where they live and his philosophy on international relations. In the end he also calls for continued support of the Navy.
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1903-05-29
President Roosevelt speaks at the dedication of the Navy Memorial Monument in San Francisco. He also speaks of changes that have occurred within the U.S. Navy in recent years.
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1903-05-14
President Roosevelt addresses the crowd during the laying of the cornerstone for the Y.M.C.A. Auxiliary Club House in Vallejo, California. He also thanks the men who work in the Navy Yard.
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1903-05-14
Theodore Roosevelt highlights the confidence he has in the average sailor and soldier. He also emphasizes all of the people involved in getting a fleet like George Dewey’s prepared for battle.
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1903-05-14
President Roosevelt discusses the recently ratified treaty with Cuba and its benefits. He also discusses the tariff in relation to the products of the Philippines and the general prosperity of the United States.
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1903-04-04
Theodore Roosevelt discusses the duties of the United States within this hemisphere. He also justifies the building of the Panama Canal, as well as highlighting problems with the Republic of Venezuela.
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1903-04-02
President Roosevelt discusses the recently ratified treaty with Cuba and its benefits. He also discusses the tariff in relation to the products of the Philippines and the general prosperity of the United States.
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1903-04-04
A British missionary with a bag labeled “£ for Foreign Missions” at his feet and an American missionary with a bag labeled “$” at her feet preach to a Chinese man. At the far left are soldiers of the “English Army” and battleships of the “R.N.” with guns labeled “Good Samaritan” and “Revivalist.” On the far right are soldiers of the “U.S.A.” and battleships of the “U.S.N.” with guns labeled “Psalm-Singer,” “Sermonizer,” and “Deacon.”
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1895-09-25
A rugged American sailor wears a cap labeled “U.S. Navy.” He leans on a ship cannon, with an American flag behind his right shoulder and the ruins of the Spanish fleet in the background.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1898-07-13
President Roosevelt congratulates the assembly on their efficiency and forthrightness in their economic dealings, which he praises as characteristic of the United States. He asserts that the United States is successful enough to not be jealous of other successful nations, and to help weaker nations like Cuba and China. The United States embraces peace due to a “genuine desire for self-respecting friendship with our neighbors” rather than weakness. In addition to international peace, he also speaks to domestic peace in an industrial society, particularly between employers and employees. This is the press copy of Roosevelt’s speech.
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1902-11-11
President Roosevelt congratulates the assembly on their efficiency and forthrightness in their economic dealings, which he praises as characteristic of the United States. He asserts that the United States is successful enough to not be jealous of other successful nations, and to help weaker nations like Cuba and China. The United States embraces peace due to a “genuine desire for self-respecting friendship with our neighbors” rather than weakness. In addition to international peace, he also speaks to domestic peace in an industrial society, particularly between employers and employees. This is the press copy of Roosevelt’s speech.
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1902-11-11
President Roosevelt congratulates the New York Chamber of Commerce on their efficiency and forthrightness in their economic dealings, which he praises as characteristic of the United States. He asserts that the United States is successful enough to not be jealous of other successful nations, and to help weaker nations like Cuba and China. The United States embraces peace due to a “genuine desire for self-respecting friendship with our neighbors” rather than weakness. In addition to international peace, he also speaks to domestic peace in an industrial society, particularly between employers and employees. This is the printed copy of Roosevelt’s speech.
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1902-11-11
President Roosevelt honors General Luke E. Wright on his return from the Philippines. Roosevelt praises both the state of Tennessee and Wright. Roosevelt gives several examples of how the United States is once again a whole entity, using especially Wright’s conduct as acting governor of the Philippines. He also discusses the United States’ actions and duties in the Philippines, and addresses charges of wrongdoing against the U.S. Army. He notes that while the U.S. has made some steps towards allowing self-government for the Filipinos, it would be more dangerous to move too quickly towards self-rule than to move too slowly. This is the press copy of Roosevelt’s speech.
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1902-11-19
President Roosevelt honors Luke E. Wright on his return from the Philippines. Roosevelt praises both the state of Tennessee and Wright. Roosevelt gives several examples of how the United States is once again a whole entity, using especially Wright’s conduct as acting governor of the Philippines. He also discusses the United States’ actions and duties in the Philippines, and addresses charges of wrongdoing against the U.S. Army. He notes that while the U.S. has made some steps towards allowing self-government for the Filipinos, it would be more dangerous to move too quickly towards self-rule than to move too slowly. This is the press copy of Roosevelt’s speech with edits and applause noted.
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1902-11-19
President Roosevelt honors General Luke E. Wright on his return from the Philippines. Roosevelt praises both the state of Tennessee and Wright. Roosevelt gives several examples of how the United States is once again a whole entity, using especially Wright’s conduct as acting governor of the Philippines. He also discusses the United States’ actions and duties in the Philippines, and addresses charges of wrongdoing against the U.S. Army. He notes that while the U.S. has made some steps towards allowing self-government for the Filipinos, it would be more dangerous to move too quickly towards self-rule than to move too slowly.
Theodore Roosevelt describes how the U.S. has reached the stage where its people must play a great role in the larger world. Roosevelt also emphasizes that the U.S. Army and Navy must be prepared well in peace in order to perform in times of war.
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1903-02-21