1. Theodore Roosevelt
The loss of his father would have a profound effect on Theodore as seen later in his life. ... Fearing the danger of Spanish control of Cuba, Teddy strongly advocated war against Spain; but McKinley was doubtful of starting the war, waiting for public opinion to lead him what to do. ... Then when Japan went to war with Russia over control of Manchuria and Korea in 1905, Roosevelt arbitrated the dispute. He secretly agreed to Japanese control of Korea; in return the Japanese promised to keep their hands off China, Hawaii, and the Philippines. ...
- Word Count: 1963
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- Grade Level: High School