Roosevelt embarked on a hunting expedition in Africa from "summary" of The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris
In 1909, after leaving the White House, Theodore Roosevelt found himself restless and in need of adventure. He longed for the thrill of the hunt, a pastime that had always brought him great joy and excitement. So, when the opportunity arose for him to embark on a hunting expedition in Africa, he eagerly accepted. The idea of traveling to a far-off land, teeming with exotic wildlife, was tantalizing to Roosevelt. He saw it as a chance to test his skills as a hunter against some of the most formidable creatures on the planet. The prospect of facing off against lions, elephants, and other big game animals filled him with a sense of exhilaration and anticipation. For Roosevelt, the African safari was not just about hunting; it was also a journey of discovery. He was eager to explore the vast and untamed wilderness of the African continent, to witness its beauty and grandeur firsthand. He saw the expedition as an opportunity to immerse himself in a c...
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