san juan hill, battle of, 1898

Offers a revised look at Teddy Roosevelt's actions during the Cuban phase of the Spanish-American War, arguing that the legend about his charge up San Juan Hill falls short of the truth, and discusses the role the story played in Roosevelt's election to the presidency.

Recreates the experiences of one soldier in the Spanish-American War as he fights with Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders in the Battle of San Juan Hill.

Describes how Teddy Roosevelt formed the Rough Riders at the beginning of the Spanish-American War and led them into battle at San Juan Hill.