Video: William Henry Harrison – 9th President of the United States of America

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William Henry Harrison
9th President
Term: 1841

William Henry Harrison – 9th President of the United States of America

Learn more about the 9th President of the United States. This video quickly covers his background, rise to the presidency, and little-discussed facts about the Commander in Chief.

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William Henry Harrison, an American military hero, turned president. Born into Virginia’s early aristocracy, William Henry Whig Party, he championed economic protectionism and modernization. His military prowess, highlighted by his role in the Battle of Tippecanoe, catapulted him into the national spotlight.

Harrison’s presidency, however, is remembered primarily for its tragic death. Brevity. He served the shortest term in U. S. presidential history, just 31 days. His tenure ended shortly after delivering the longest inaugural address on record, standing in harsh cold without adequate protection, which tragically led to his death from pneumonia.

Beyond his presidency, Harrison was the grandfather of Benjamin Harrison, 23rd President of the United States, linking two generations of presidential leadership. William Henry Harrison, a figure of American lore whose legacy is as enduring as it is ephemeral.