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Teddy Roosevelt offering his hand for a handshake
" Dee-lighted" (to meet you). Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) - President of the United States of America between 1901 and 1909 had a charisma about him that was described by one as After you met Roosevelt, you needed to wring the personality out of your clothes. Because of public demand to meet the great TR, on New Years Day, 1907, The Roosevelts held an open house where the public could shake hands with the President. By the end of the day, Roosevelt had shaken the hands of 8, 510 people, setting a new Guinness World record. That record would hold until July of 1977 over 70 years. This postcard commemorates this fine event! Date: 1907
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to Meet You: Theodore Roosevelt's Record-Breaking Handshake Event, 1907 This photograph captures a moment in history when the charismatic 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919), extended his hand in a warm greeting to an admirer. Known for his robust personality and infectious energy, Roosevelt's charm was so profound that one observer noted, "After you met Roosevelt, you needed to wring the personality out of your clothes." In response to the public's overwhelming desire to meet the great man, the Roosevelts hosted an open house on New Year's Day, 1907. Over the course of the day, Theodore Roosevelt shook hands with an astounding 8,510 people, setting a new Guinness World Record for the most handshakes in a single day. This remarkable feat held the title until 1977, a testament to the enduring appeal of this American icon. This postcard commemorates the historic handshake event, capturing a moment of connection between the President and the public. The image of Roosevelt, with his welcoming smile and outstretched hand, continues to inspire and remind us of the power of charisma and the enduring allure of American history. Date: 1907 Keywords: Theodore Roosevelt, Teddy Roosevelt, American President, United States, USA, Charisma, Charismatic, Public, Demand, Great TR, New Years, Greet, Greeting, Meet, Handshake.
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