Political Quotes

On the recordMay 13, 1903
I am glad that we have the chance to erect a monument to commemorate a naval victory of the United States.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Address at the Laying of the Cornerstone of the Y.M.C.A. Auxiliary Clubhouse in Vallejo, California

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