“If there is any one duty which more than another we owe it to our children and our children's children to perform at once, it is to save the forests of this country, for they constitute the first and most important element in the conservation of the natural resources of this country.”
Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
Work
Presidential addresses and state papers
This book compiles a selection of addresses and state papers from the presidency of the United States, offering insights into the political and historical context of each speech and document. more
Author
Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. A progressive leader, he is known for his advocacy of the conservation movement, expansion of federal government regulation, and efforts to improve the lives of American citizens. more
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