Everything on the calendar

31,574 dates · 13 categories

History · Anniversaries

125th anniversary: U.S. vice president Theodore Roosevelt first publicly used the phrase "speak...

Wed, September 2, 2026

2 mo ago

Source

In 1901, U.S. vice president Theodore Roosevelt first publicly used the phrase "speak softly and carry a big stick" (cartoon pictured) at the Minnesota State Fair, describing his philosophy of negotiating peacefully while simultaneously threatening to use military force.

Also on Sep 2, 2026

Source, method and history
Source
Wikipedia
How we know
Wikipedia "On this day" selected anniversary, 125 years (1901 to 2026).
Recurs
annual
Feed
Subscribe to Anniversaries
Changes
None recorded.