Theodore ROOSEVELT
1902 - August 22 – Theodore Roosevelt becomes the first American President to ride in an automobile when he rides in a Columbia Electric Victoria through Hartford, Connecticut.
On August 22, 1902, Theodore Roosevelt marked a significant moment in American presidential history by becoming the first sitting president to ride in an automobile. This groundbreaking event took place in Hartford, Connecticut, where Roosevelt embarked on a journey in a Columbia Electric Victoria. The electric vehicle was a marvel of its time, representing the nascent era of automotive innovation in the early 20th century. Roosevelt's ride symbolized the rapid technological advancements and the shifting modes of transportation that were beginning to reshape daily life across the United States.
August 22, 1902
Wilcox Residence, Buffalo, N.Y. where President Roosevelt took the oath of office, Sept. 14th, 1901
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