The Attempted Assassination

By Oliver E Remey, Wheeler P Bloodgood, Henry F (Henry Frederick) Cochems

A gripping account of a pivotal moment in American political history: the attempted assassination of Theodore Roosevelt. This volume meticulously details the events surrounding the shocking incident in 1912, when ex-President Roosevelt, running for a third term under the Progressive Party banner, was shot by John Schrank.

Explore the context surrounding this brazen act, which occurred during a heated presidential campaign. Authors Oliver Remey, Henry Cochems, and Wheeler Bloodgood delve into the motivations behind the assassination attempt and its immediate aftermath. "The Attempted Assassination of ex-President Theodore Roosevelt" offers a unique window into a dramatic chapter in the life of a towering figure and a nation grappling with political upheaval. Discover the true crime story behind a pivotal moment that tested the resolve of a nation and solidified Theodore Roosevelt's place in history. A must-read for anyone interested in 20th-century United States history and political biography.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023125714
• ISBN13: 9781023125710
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"