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Theodore Roosevelt
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Who Was He?
Theodore Roosevelt — the conservation president
Theodore Roosevelt became the 26th President of the United States in 1901 at age 42 — the youngest ever at that time. He loved the outdoors and became the greatest conservation president in American history, protecting wild lands forever.
Protecting Nature
Roosevelt protected wild lands for everyone
Roosevelt set aside over 230 million acres of wild land — creating 5 national parks, 18 national monuments, and 150 national forests. These places — like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon — are protected forever for all Americans.
The Square Deal
Fairness for all Americans
Roosevelt's Square Deal promised that ordinary Americans — workers, farmers, and consumers — would be treated fairly by big businesses. He believed everyone deserved a fair chance. This was one of his most important civic responsibilities as president.
Theodore Roosevelt
1858–1919 · 26th President (1901–1909)
Youngest president · Conservation hero
| Type | Number created |
|---|---|
| National Parks | 5 (e.g., Yosemite, Crater Lake) |
| National Monuments | 18 (e.g., Grand Canyon) |
| National Forests | 150+ forest reserves |
| Wildlife Refuges | 51 bird and game refuges |
ProblemBig businesses treated workers and consumers unfairly
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Roosevelt's Square DealNew laws to make businesses play fair
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ResultWorkers got better protections; consumers got safer products
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