The 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment “Rough Riders”, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation formed for the purpose of creating a perpetuating and living memorial to the unique accomplishments of President Theodore Roosevelt and the members of his famous volunteer cavalry regiment, known as the Rough Riders. The Rough Riders played an instrumental role in the Spanish-American War when they sailed with Colonel Roosevelt from Tampa, to liberate Cuba from Spain.
It is the intent of the members of the Rough Riders to keep the Rough Riders great moments in history alive. We do this by providing activities that educate people about history and keeping our Spanish-American War Monuments intact. The Tampa Bay Rough Riders also take pride in their never-ending work for local charities and children’s groups.
One of the most noted Rough Rider charitable efforts would be our famous Teddy Bear Runs. The Teddy Bear was named in honor of President Roosevelt.
The Rough Riders also provide time and financial assistance to many through college scholarships, academic achievement awards, home restorations, improvements in surroundings for those in our community who are physically challenged, and the restoration work on many Rough Rider related monuments including those located on Egmont Key.
The Rough Riders also take part in cemetery re-dedications for fallen soldiers.
Thursday February 14th, 2019 - 1:55 pm
Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.
Does anyone have a listing of those serving in the rough riders? I believe my great uncle served in this and later went in WWl. His name was Tom Collier out of Wauchula. He was said to have been as mean as a snake and had an invisible punch. He received a dosage of phosgene gas in WWI and they said it didn't help his disposition. He died from liver disease at 43. Said he drained his swelling by sticking his fruit knife in his side. Please send me anything you find. Thank you. Jim Davis
great pictures. Bully Bully
Tuesday February 12th, 2019 - 7:58 am
February 10, 1896 - After losing the eastern part of Cuba to the revolutionaries and witnessing the outbreak of insurrection in the western provinces, Spanish Army General Arsenio Martínez-Campos y Antón is replaced as Governor of Cuba by General Valeriano Weyler, 1st Duke of Rubí. Weyler begins a policy of recontratación ("reconcentration"), in which the people in rebel-held areas are rounded up and placed in concentration camps. Weyler brings with him more than 200,000 Spanish Army troops, and organizes 50,000 peninsulars and Cubans into a pro-Spanish militia. About 400,000 people are placed in concentration camps with little provision made for food, housing, clothing, sanitation, and medical care, and the local economy collapses in areas where the camps are created. Tens of thousands of Cubans starve to death or die from disease.
Monday February 11th, 2019 - 1:50 pm
Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.
Does anyone have a listing of those serving in the rough riders? I believe my great uncle served in this and later went in WWl. His name was Tom Collier out of Wauchula. He was said to have been as mean as a snake and had an invisible punch. He received a dosage of phosgene gas in WWI and they said it didn't help his disposition. He died from liver disease at 43. Said he drained his swelling by sticking his fruit knife in his side. Please send me anything you find. Thank you. Jim Davis
great pictures. Bully Bully
Sunday February 10th, 2019 - 7:19 pm
Today we celebrated the life of Mike "Mikey" Edenfield. Fellow Rough Rider and friend. He did it all his way.....Today we celebrated the life of Mike "Mikey" Edenfield. Fellow Rough Rider and friend. He did it all his way.....
Great pictures!
The pictures bring back so many wonderful memories. What a life he lived! Mikey touched so many lives. He will never be replaced.
A wonderful tribute.
Thanks for the compliment
Wonderful party , great people , and really wonderful to see Michelle.
Mike will be missed and never forgotten. Great Rough Rider Bully Bully, missed notice of party. Sorry
Farewell my friend
Thanks
Sorry I was unable to attend Mikey's farewell, as I was performing my CG duties . The photos are great and allow me to feel like I was part of the crowd. Thank you.
So sorry I missed it but we were in Vegas and Mikey would understand that!
Sunday February 10th, 2019 - 7:15 pm
Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.Fantastic night and a great parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Jim Mordue, Mark Martin, Bill Meriwether, Jason Hochman and Mike Lawson.
Does anyone have a listing of those serving in the rough riders? I believe my great uncle served in this and later went in WWl. His name was Tom Collier out of Wauchula. He was said to have been as mean as a snake and had an invisible punch. He received a dosage of phosgene gas in WWI and they said it didn't help his disposition. He died from liver disease at 43. Said he drained his swelling by sticking his fruit knife in his side. Please send me anything you find. Thank you. Jim Davis
great pictures. Bully Bully
Wednesday February 6th, 2019 - 7:41 am
1899 - Aftermath of the Spanish-American War
February 6, 1899 - The United States Senate ratifies the Treaty of Paris by a close vote of 57 to 27. (A two-thirds majority, or 56 votes, was needed to ratify.) An amendment requiring the United States to give the Philippines its independence fails after Vice President Garret Hobart casts the deciding vote against it. The Senate might have declined to ratify the treaty, but the outbreak of hostilities in Manila turns the tide of feeling in the treaty's favor.
Monday February 4th, 2019 - 4:43 pm
120 years ago today - February 4, 1899 - The Philippine–American War breaks out when U.S. soldiers fire on four Filipino soldiers who enter the "American Zone" in Manila. This ignites the Battle of Manila, and is the first military engagement of the second Philippine war for independence.
Monday January 28th, 2019 - 5:17 pm
Photos by Rough Riders photographers Bill Meriwether, Mike Clerico, Mark Martin, Jason Houchman and Mike LawsonPhotos by Rough Riders photographers Bill Meriwether, Mike Clerico, Mark Martin, Jason Houchman and Mike Lawson
Thank you to Eric Petro for giving me the big woody beads ;) Now I need to secure the pin!
I'm trying to open these photos and the only one that opens is the one with the white pants guy with no arrow to continue. Help!
Great times!!!! Looking forward to the Knight Parade!!!!!
For some reason I can't see these, just the guy I white pants
Monday January 28th, 2019 - 2:57 pm
Getting ready for the Gasparilla parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Mike Baker and Mike Lawson.Getting ready for the Gasparilla parade. Photos by Rough Riders photographers Mike Baker and Mike Lawson.
Friday January 25th, 2019 - 8:33 am
Thank you so much to the Allstate Insurance Team for their assistance and generous donation! It goes a long way to help us with our charity mission!My agency team volunteered their time to earn 1st US Volunteer Cavalry Regiment - Rough Riders, Inc a #HelpingHands grant of $20,000 from The Allstate Foundation. The funds support the organization in its mission to collect and distribute teddy bears to children in the Tampa area during our Teddy Bear Run. Caring for others strengthens the Pinellas Park area, so we’re pleased to support Tampa Rough Riders in its work. #BringOutTheGood
This has been an amazing partnership for many years.. Every bear is a miracle waiting to happen.
Bully Bully !!!
Bully Bully Allstate!
Thursday January 24th, 2019 - 3:43 pm
Online ticket sales for tomorrow night's Rough Rider's Pre-Invasion Party end tonight at 10 PM. It's going to be one of the largest parties we've had. We will have 5 food stations. Everybody is excited. Weather should be low 60's...great time to be in our clubhouse dancing, eating and having a couple drinks before the big day!
It’s not at Hilton this year?
Come and sing in lip sync battle. We can work out waiving the admission
Rough Riders are free right, ticket for guest.
Lol, I'd buy tickets but not sure what to wear.
Will tickets be available at the door?
Wednesday January 23rd, 2019 - 10:19 am
Aftermath of the Spanish American War
January 23, 1899 - Philippines declares itself an independent republic. The Philippine Republic, created by the Malolos Congress, comes into existence. Its capital is at Malolos and Emilio Aguinaldo is the first president. Led by Emilio Aguinaldo, the self-declared Filipino government fights a guerilla war against the US that lasts longer than the Spanish-American War itself.
Wednesday January 23rd, 2019 - 8:59 am
www.tampabay.com/Obituaries/tampa-attorney-michael-edenfield-wanted-a-party-and-not-a-funeral-201...
RIP Mikey Endenfield
Tampa attorney Michael Edenfield wanted a party and not a funeral
tampabay.com
The Dade City native was determined to
Godspeed! Pour a shot and fire the cannon! His legacy will remain for years to come.
May his memory be eternal. He was straight forward and honest with a smile.
Tuesday January 22nd, 2019 - 7:35 pm
The Havana Cuba version of the Children's Parade
Tuesday January 22nd, 2019 - 7:31 pm
The Havana Cuba version of the Children's Parade
Tuesday January 22nd, 2019 - 6:45 pm
A beautiful day for Rough Riders and their families to parade up Bayshore Boulevard and throw beads. Photos by Rough Rider photographers Bill Meriwether, Paul Wells and Norm PalumboA beautiful day for Rough Riders and their families to parade up Bayshore Boulevard and throw beads. Photos by Rough Rider photographers Bill Meriwether, Paul Wells and Norm Palumbo
Tuesday January 22nd, 2019 - 12:49 pm
OMG We just had to order more Food and Alcohol !! This will be BIG. Come join us. You can still get tickets at TampaRoughRiders.Org
Monday January 21st, 2019 - 8:04 pm
A beautiful day for Rough Riders and their families to parade up Bayshore Boulevard and throw beads. Photos by Rough Rider photographers Bill Meriwether, Paul Wells and Norm PalumboA beautiful day for Rough Riders and their families to parade up Bayshore Boulevard and throw beads. Photos by Rough Rider photographers Bill Meriwether, Paul Wells and Norm Palumbo
Monday January 21st, 2019 - 4:04 pm
Today is the last day to get tickets for $20 !!!! We have to order the huge amounts of food, so we need to know who's coming. Tomorrow they go up to $25.00 for everyone. Admission Includes food and one drink ticket. www.tamparoughriders.org
