Teddy Roosevelt: “When boys become men they will find out that there are some soldiers…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900

When boys become men they will find out that there are some soldiers very brave in the field who have proved timid and worthless as politicians, and some politicians who show an entire readiness to take chances and assume responsibilities in civil affairs, but who lack the fighting edge when opposed to physical danger.

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Teddy Roosevelt

Republican · New York

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Editor's note · Context

In an essay on the strenuous life, Roosevelt observes that courage in one domain, like battle or politics, does not guarantee it in another.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “When boys become men they will find out that there are some soldiers very brave in the field who have proved timid and…”

Editor's note · Context