In a re-creation of Theodore Roosevelt's north room at his Sagamore Hill retreat in New York, this gallery gives the visitor a glimpse of what it was like to be an affluent gentleman hunter of the type who took part in an African safari in the early 20th century. Learn about the origins of the "Teddy Bear,"; Mr. Roosevelt's connection to the NRA, the United States' involvement in the Spanish-American War, and the famous "Rough Riders."

Significant Firearms in Gallery IX:

• Colt Single Action Army revolver carried up Kettle Hill and San Juan Hill by a former Richmond, Virginia clerk, who joined the Rough Riders
• Theodore Roosevelt Adolph double rifle
• Theodore Roosevelt Smith & Wesson revolver
• Farquharson falling block big game rifle
• Purdey double rifles and shotguns
• Guns of the yacht United States
• Parker shotguns -- including the three "Invincibles"
• Shoulder-stocked semi-auto handguns
• Krag M1899 carbine
• Relic Colt Single Action Army revolver used by the Philippine Scouts

The National Firearms Museum would like to thank the following for their contributions, making this gallery possible:
» Beretta USA Corporation
» Benelli USA Corporation
» Eric Johanson