Collection The First Ladies
Biographies & Portraits
The Roosevelts' pony, Algonquin, visits Archie
- Artist
- F.W. Brouard
- Credit
- White House Historical Association
The Roosevelts' pony, Algonquin, visits Archie
This drawing by F.W. Brouard illustrates an anecdote describing how Quentin Roosevelt sought to comfort his older brother, Archie, who was ill with the measles. With the help of one of the coachmen, he brought their horse, Algonquin, to Archie's bedroom for a visit.
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