Teddy Roosevelt Takes an Assassin’s Bullet—Then Finishes His Speech!

On October 14, 1912, Theodore Roosevelt was shot in the chest at close range while campaigning in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. But instead of collapsing, he told the crowd not to harm the shooter, checked for blood, and delivered a 90-minute speech—while still bleeding.

How did he survive? A 50-page speech, a steel eyeglass case, and sheer Bull Moose determination. 🦌💪

This is the incredible true story of Roosevelt’s 1912 assassination attempt and the twist of fate that saved his life.

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Online References for this episode:
1. Attempted Assassination of Theodore Roosevelt - Wikipedia
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the assassination attempt on October 14, 1912, including details about John Schrank's motives and Roosevelt's remarkable response.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attempted_assassination_of_Theodore_Roosevelt

2. Bullet Speech - Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
This source offers insights into the speech Roosevelt delivered immediately after being shot, highlighting his resilience and determination to continue despite his injury.
https://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.org/Learn-About-TR/TR-Encyclopedia/Events/The-Bullet-Speech.aspx

3. The Pocket Items That Saved the Life of Theodore Roosevelt - Library of Congress
This blog post discusses the personal items, such as the folded speech and steel eyeglass case, that slowed the bullet and contributed to saving Roosevelt's life.
https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2019/07/the-pocket-items-that-saved-the-life-of-theodore-roosevelt/

4. John Flammang Schrank - Theodore Roosevelt Center
This entry delves into the background of John Schrank, the assailant, providing context about his motivations and the events leading up to the shooting.
https://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.org/Learn-About-TR/TR-Encyclopedia/Law-and-Justice/John-Flammang-Schrank.aspx

5. Theodore Roosevelt - Wikipedia
This comprehensive biography includes a section on the 1912 assassination attempt, detailing the incident and its aftermath within the broader context of Roosevelt's life and political career.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_Roosevelt

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