Thursday, August 13, 2020

12th President - Zachary Taylor





Zachary Taylor 
12th President of the United States
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Zachary Taylor was born in Orange County, VA, and was a descendant of William Brewster, a Pilgrim, Mayflower immigrant, and a signer of the Mayflower Compact. He was also related to President James Madison, and Robert E. Lee. Before becoming president, he had a long military career, and never attended college or held public office. He died while in office from contaminated cherries and milk.
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