From Youth To The Oval Office: A Look At 24 U.S. Presidents And Their Early Years

Theodore Roosevelt

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Born on October 27, 1858, in New York City, Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt was a native of the Big Apple with a strong sense of ambition. He enrolled in Columbia Law School but soon dropped out to pursue a career in politics, becoming the youngest member of the New York State Assembly as a representative from New York City. Tragedy struck in 1884 when both his mother and wife died on the same day, leading Roosevelt to temporarily abandon politics and move to a ranch in the Dakotas. However, his passion for public service drew him back just two years later. Roosevelt’s political ascent continued when he became Vice President under President William McKinley. In 1901, following McKinley’s assassination, Roosevelt assumed the presidency at the age of 42, making him the youngest person to ever hold the office. His dynamic leadership and progressive policies left a lasting mark on the nation.