Vice President

Teddy Roosevelt, born into a wealthy family in 1858, overcame severe asthma through a strict fitness routine. He became a strong athlete at Harvard, where he studied Natural History. After personal tragedies, he retreated to North Dakota as a rancher. Roosevelt's bravery in capturing thieves and leading the Rough Riders in the Spanish-American War propelled him into politics. He became the youngest U.S. president at 42 after McKinley's assassination. Despite being shot during a campaign, he continued his speech. Post-presidency, he explored the Amazon, nearly dying from a leg wound. Roosevelt's resilience and leadership transformed the presidency.

Describe the incident when Roosevelt was shot while campaigning in 1912.

What attributes do you think a president needs to effectively lead a country?