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The Early Years. William McKinley to Calvin Coolidge (1900 - 1928)

From the turn of the century to the end of the roaring twenties, this era had it all. The United States woke up as a nation and walked onto the world stage. Here are your candidates for greatness.

President William McKinley

He took the country into the 20th century and unfortunately was struck down by an assassin's bullet. Visit these websites to learn more about this New Yorker.

President Theodore Roosevelt

From Chief of Police to volunteer soldier to the presidency, Theodore Roosevelt lived life to the fullest. Visit these websites to learn more about this most energetic man.

President William Howard Taft

Taft was quite easily the largest man ever to live in the White House, but don't let that custom bath tub and robust exterior fool you. He was the only man ever to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. Visit these websites to learn more about this portly gentleman.

President Woodrow Wilson

Elected after a bust up between Roosevelt and Taft, Wilson lead the United States into the First World War. Visit these websites to learn more about this former Princeton University President.

President Warren G. Harding

Known as much for the scandals of his administration as his accomplishments, this former Congressman from Ohio died half way through his term in office. Visit these websites to learn more about the first post world war president.

President Calvin Coolidge

This quiet man from Vermont lead the nation through prohibition and the 1920's. Visit these websites to learn more about how the country stayed "Cool with Coolidge".

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