The term HERO OF 1898 refers to two individuals, Admiral George Dewey and Colonel Theodore Roosevelt. Admiral Dewey was an American naval officer who led the Asiatic Squadron of the United States Navy during the Spanish-American War. He is best known for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay in 1898, which earned him the title 'Hero of 1898'. Colonel Roosevelt was an American soldier, statesman, author, and explorer who served as the 26th President of the United States from 1901 to 1909. He is also known for leading the Rough Riders, a volunteer cavalry regiment, during the Spanish-American War.