Theodore D. Roosevelt, (pronounced /ˈroʊzəvɛlt/;) was the 26th President of the United States. Prior to becoming president, he served as Vice President to William McKinley, Governor of New York, Assisstant Secretary of the Navy, Police Commissioner of New York City, and a Colonel in the Spanish-American War.

In addition to his political and military career, Roosevelt was also known as a noted naturalist, explorer, hunter, historian, and author. For mediating a treaty to end the Russo-Japanese War, Roosevelt became the first American to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Roosevelt is often cited as one of the greatest U.S. presidents, and is one of four Presidents honored on Mount Rushmore.

Today, he is remembered for is his personality, energy, vast range of interests, and his "cowboy" image.

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