Theodore Roosevelt
Former President Theodore Roosevelt was the Lieutenant-Colonel of the Rough Riders. This is the popular name of the First United States Volunteer Cavalry.
On June 30, 1898, Colonel Leonard Wood, the FIRST commander of the Rough Riders, was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General, and transferred to become the commander of the 2nd Cavalry Brigade.. Likewise, Lt. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt was promoted to Colonel and given command of the Rough Riders.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt was the Lieutenant-Colonel of the Rough Riders. This is the popular name of the First United States Volunteer Cavalry.
Teddy Roosevelt
In the Spanish American War of 1898, Roosevelt started as a Lieutenant Colonel, Executive Officer of the "Rough Riders". He eventually became Colonel, Commanding the Regiment.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt was the Lieutenant-Colonel of the Rough Riders. This is the popular name of the First United States Volunteer Cavalry.
Rough Riders led by Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Roosevelt
Colonel Leonard Wood was Commander of the Rough Riders, and Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Roosevelt was Lieutenant Colonel (2nd in command) as Executive Officer.
In the film "Rough Riders," which depicts the events surrounding the Spanish-American War and the formation of the Rough Riders cavalry regiment, the character of Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Roosevelt is notably portrayed. However, the character Castillo is a fictional representation of a soldier within the regiment. The film focuses on the courage and camaraderie of the Rough Riders, highlighting their experiences and challenges during the war.
The Rough Riders.
Colonel Leonard Wood, a Regular US Army Officer, commanded the "Rough Riders".