Teddy Roosevelt: “The fundamental idea of forestry is the perpetuation of forests by…”

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The fundamental idea of forestry is the perpetuation of forests by use.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt defines the core principle of forestry as sustainable use of forests.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “The fundamental idea of forestry is the perpetuation of forests by use.”