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Theodore Roosevelt became nationally prominent for his exploits in the Spanish American War and was elected Vice President in the 1900 election. When William McKinley was shot and later died in 1901, Theodore Roosevelt was sworn in as President. TR was elected of his own accord in 1904 but chose not to run in 1908. TR ran as a third-party candidate (the party was known as the Progressive Party and later the Bull Moose Party) in 1912 but lost.
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∙ 7y agoTheodore Roosevelt became nationally prominent for his exploits in the Spanish American War and was elected Vice President in the 1900 election. When William McKinley was shot and later died in 1901, Theodore Roosevelt was sworn in as President. TR was elected of his own accord in 1904 but chose not to run in 1908. TR ran as a third-party candidate (the party was known as the Progressive Party and later the Bull Moose Party) in 1912 but lost.
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How old was Theodore Roosevelt when he become president?
He was 43.
How did Theodore roosevelt become president in 1901?
Theodore Roosevelt became President in 1901 when President William McKinley was assassinated that year. Roosevelt became the 26th President of the United States.
Why did Roosevelt become president?
Theodore Roosevelt was Vice-President of William McKinley. Ehen McKinley was assassinated in 1901, Roosevelt became President.
What was Theodore Roosevelt's accomplishments before he became president?
he wanted to become president and he did
When did Theodore Roosevelt become the 26th president?
Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest US President on 14 September 1901 as a result of the assassination of William McKinley.
What president was responsible for the Panama Canal?
theodore rosevelt
Why did Theodore roosevelt want to become president?
because he loved helping others.
Was Theodore Roosevelt's the president or was his father?
Theodore Roosevelt was president not Theodore Roosevelt Sr. , though his father played a big role in his life his father was never president
What happened that led Theodore Roosevelt to become president?
Theodore Roosevelt was elected Vice President for President William McKinley in 1900. When McKinley was assassinated in September of 1901, Roosevelt became President
What was President Roosevelt's full name?
Theodore Roosevelt's real name was...Theodore Roosevelt.
When did Theodore Roosevelt become president and then stop being president?
Theodore Roosevelt became US President on 14 September 1901, following the death of William McKinley. He served until 4 March 1909.
What president helped build the Panama Canal?
President Theodore Roosevelt aided in the building of the Panama Canal. Construction began in 1904 and was completed ten years later.
