TR at Fargo, N.D., during Progressive campaign, 1912 [1]

This documentary film presents Theodore Roosevelt during his Progressive campaign in 1912. Shot on September 6, the footage includes various views of Roosevelt greeting supporters from the rear of his train and addressing large crowds from a decorated platform.

The documentary highlights the engagement of Roosevelt with the public, including interactions with Native American men, women, and children. The film captures the atmosphere of the campaign, featuring long shots of crowds and a medium-close silhouette of Roosevelt conversing with key figures, including his cousin George E. Roosevelt, who served as his campaign secretary. This documentary serves as a historical record of Roosevelt's political efforts and the public's response during a pivotal moment in American politics.