Library of Congress Theodore Roosevelt, as an adult, was never shy of crowds and basked in the attention of his supporters. Early on, he recognized the value of the 'photo op' to promote himself, and utilized photographs, as well as the news media, to their fullest extent. When 'motion pictures' were invented, thanks to the efforts of Thomas Alva Edison, Theodore seized upon this new form of 'social media'. His innately animated movements and abundant energy made him a natural for the motion picture lens. Many of these films have been archived by the Library of Congress.
Motion Pictures Courtesy: Library of Congress
1897- Theodore Roosevelt (Assistant Secretary, U.S. Navy) leaving the White House 1903- President Roosevelt and the Rough Riders circa 1909- Cartoon: 'Theodore Roosevelts Arrival in Africa' 1910- Theodore Roosevelt is invited to fly in Arch Hoxsey's plane at St. Louis, Missouri circa 1910- Theodore Roosevelt with his Rough Rider friends 1910- Cartoon: 'T.R.'s Reception by Crowned Heads of Europe' 1910- Theodore Roosevelt's return from Africa 1915- TR and Mrs. Roosevelt at the Panama-California Exposition 1917 to 1918- Scenes of Theodore Roosevelt 1917 to 1918- Scenes of Theodore Roosevelt and his sons, Quentin and Archie 1919- Flag services for Theodore Roosevelt at Oyster Bay
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