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Theodore Roosevelt was elected Vice President for President William McKinley in 1900. When McKinley was assassinated in September of 1901, Roosevelt became President

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roosevelt became president because he was the vice president for William McKinley, who was assassinated. roosevelt then became the 26th president of the u.s.

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Theodore Roosevelt was sworn in as US President following the assassination of President William McKinley in Buffalo NY

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Theodore Roosevelt took office on September 14, 1901 following the assassination of William McKinley.

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When William McKinley was assassinated did Theodore Roosevelt become president?

yes, that is exactly what happened.


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.


Why did Theodore roosevelt want to become president?

because he loved helping others.


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.


Teddy Roosevelt's age when he became president?

Theodore Roosevelt was never elected. After President McKinley was shot, Theodore became President at age 42. Theodore Roosevelt was 40 when he was elected Governor of New York in the fall of 1898. He was 42 when he was elected U. S. Vice President in the fall of 1900. He was 46 when he was elected U. S. President in the fall of 1904.


How did Theodore Roosevelt become president the first time?

because he helped the U.S and bribed them.


What year did president Theodore Roosevelt become president?

He became president in 1901 and served to 1909


What year did Theodore Roosevelt become the vice president?

Theodore Roosevelt served as US Vice-President from 4 March 1901 until 14 September 1901.