The Rough Riders (1899)

The Rough Riders is a non-fiction book written by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. The book chronicles the events surrounding the Spanish-American War in 1898, specifically the role played by Roosevelt and his volunteer cavalry unit, the Rough Riders. The book begins with Roosevelt's call to arms and his efforts to assemble a group of men to fight in the war. The author then goes on to describe the training and preparation of the Rough Riders, as well as their journey to Cuba to join the fight against the Spanish. Throughout the book, Roosevelt provides vivid descriptions of the battles and skirmishes that the Rough Riders were involved in, including the famous charge up San Juan Hill. He also provides insights into the politics and strategy of the war, as well as the conditions faced by the soldiers on both sides. The Rough Riders is a compelling and action-packed account of one of the most significant events in American history, written by one of its most iconic figures. It provides a unique perspective on the Spanish-American War, as well as a glimpse into the character and leadership of Theodore Roosevelt.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.