I Was Today Years Old When I Learned These Facts That I Should’ve Known Decades Ago

Some historical figures significantly changed the path of history, and it would be hard to imagine life without their influence. Whether it be for better or worse, these people worked tirelessly to make sure their impact would be felt in the world, and they didn’t care who stood in their way…

Did you know that Teddy Roosevelt was shot in the chest before delivering a campaign speech in Wisconsin in 1912? Luckily for him, he had a 50-page speech folded in half and a metal glasses case in his breast pocket protecting him from the bullet.