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Teddy Roosevelt of course was a great outdoorsman all his life
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"Teddy Roosevelt of course was a great outdoorsman all his life"

- Gaylord Nelson

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Gaylord Nelson's quote about Teddy Roosevelt talks to the former president's lifelong enthusiasm for the outdoors. Roosevelt was a passionate hunter, angler, and naturalist, and he was known for his love of the outdoors. He was a strong advocate for preservation and the defense of natural resources, and he contributed in the facility of the National Park System. He likewise established the United States Forest Service and was a leader in the fight versus deforestation. Roosevelt's enthusiasm for the outdoors was so strong that he even took a break from his presidency to go on a searching trip in Africa. His love of the outdoors was a huge part of his life, and Gaylord Nelson's quote is a testament to that.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Gaylord Nelson between June 4, 1916 and July 3, 2005. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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