A large banner displayed on the facade of the Office of Personnel Management in Washington, D.C. showcases a portrait of Theodore Roosevelt. Below his image, the banner bears an inspirational quote attributed to him. It reads, Courage is not having the strength to go on; it is going on when you don’t have the strength.
However, despite its wide public display, historians have clarified that there is no evidence suggesting that Theodore Roosevelt ever spoke or wrote these words. The quote’s association with the 26th president lacks verification from historical texts or documented sources.
The banner, which decorates the exterior of the Theodore Roosevelt Federal Building, adds to a number of instances where quotes are misattributed to well-known figures, thus perpetuating inaccuracies in public understanding of historical figures and their philosophies.
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