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Quote by Theodore Roosevelt

“The six great gifts of an Irish girl are beauty, soft voice, sweet speech, wisdom, needlework, and chastity.”

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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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