Zachary Taylor
(March 5, 1849 to July 9, 1850)

Born: November 24, 1784
Died: July 9, 1850

Political Party: Whig
Previous Occupation: Soldier

Elected From: Louisiana
Vice President: Millard Fillmore (1849-50)
Cabinet Members: view list

Other Government Positions:
· None


Inaugural Address: 1849
Biography: view

Presidential Highlights:
· Approved the Clayton-Bulwar Treaty (gave Britain and the United States joint rights of access to any canal built in Central America).

· Died of natural causes after 16 months in office.

Presidential Election:
1848
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