Exploring Dutch Heritage Through Research 

Exploring Dutch Heritage Through Research 

Peter Roskam (born 1961) is an American attorney and Republican politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Illinois’s 6th congressional district from 2007 to 2019. Before entering Congress, he served in both the Illinois House of Representatives and the Illinois Senate.

Theodore Roosevelt Sr. (1831–1878) was an American businessman and philanthropist and the father of President Theodore Roosevelt. A leader in charitable reform in New York City, he helped establish major institutions including the American Museum of Natural History and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. (1887–1944), son of President Theodore Roosevelt, was an American military officer, businessman, and public official. A veteran of both World Wars, he earned the Medal of Honor for leadership during the D-Day landings and previously served as Governor of Puerto Rico and Governor-General of the Philippines.

James Roosevelt (1907–1991) was an American Marine Corps officer, businessman, and politician, and the eldest son of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt. A decorated World War II Marine and Navy Cross recipient, he later served five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives representing California.

Isaac Roosevelt (1726–1794) was an American merchant, industrialist, and politician in colonial New York. A sugar refiner and cofounder of the Bank of New York, he also served in the New York Provincial Congress and State Senate and was an ancestor of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. (1914–1988) was an American naval officer, lawyer, and politician, and the son of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt. A decorated World War II veteran, he later served four terms in the U.S. House of Representatives and held a senior post in the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Elliott Roosevelt (1910–1990) was an American military officer, businessman, and author, and the son of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army Air Forces, rising to brigadier general and working in reconnaissance, intelligence, and international wartime coordination.

Robert Barnwell Roosevelt (1829–1906) was an American lawyer, conservationist, diplomat, and politician. An uncle of President Theodore Roosevelt, he served one term in the U.S. House of Representatives and later became U.S. Minister to the Netherlands, while also advocating for conservation and the protection of waterways.

Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919), the 26th President of the United States, became the youngest president in American history after the assassination of William McKinley in 1901. Known for his energy and reform agenda, he championed conservation, trust-busting, consumer protection, and international diplomacy, and won the Nobel Peace Prize for mediating the Russo-Japanese War.

Nicholas Roosevelt (1767–1854) was an American inventor and engineer who helped develop early steamboat technology. He introduced the vertical paddle wheel used on riverboats and worked with Robert Livingston and Robert Fulton on the steamboat New Orleans, helping launch the era of Mississippi River steam navigation.

About New Netherland Institute

For over three decades, NNI has helped cast light on America's Dutch roots. In 2010, it partnered with the New York State Office of Cultural Education to establish the New Netherland Research Center, with matching funds from the State of the Netherlands. NNI is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

About New Netherland Institute

For over three decades, NNI has helped cast light on America's Dutch roots. In 2010, it partnered with the New York State Office of Cultural Education to establish the New Netherland Research Center, with matching funds from the State of the Netherlands. NNI is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.