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168. Teddy Roosevelt Takes on the Old World

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Teddy Roosevelt: A Hero in Battle

This chapter explores Theodore Roosevelt's bold leap from naval duty to frontline combat during the Spanish-American War, particularly his leadership of the Rough Riders. It also examines the complexities of his character and racial views, underscoring the contradictions in his legacy as a supposed champion of American valor and masculinity.

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