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(10th President of the United States (1841-1845))
John Tyler, the tenth President of the United States of America is best remembered for approving the annexation of Texas and bringing Florida into the folds of the Union. Before he became the President of the United States, he essayed several roles in the field of public service, beginning from a state legislator, to becoming a governor. Later he was selected as a U.S. representative and then as the U.S. senator and finally went on to become the Vice President. He has the distinction of being the first vice president, who went on to become the U.S. President, due the death of the incumbent President, William Henry Harrison in this case. Tyler had a tough run in the presidential office, as his actions were not supported by either of the major parties present in American politics at that time. His detractors dubbed him as “His Accidency”. As a result, today his presidency is not really remembered as a success story. Despite best of intentions, due to the widespread political opposition, Tyler was not able to make any phenomenal contributions in American politics.
Birthday
March 29, 1790 (Aries)
Died on
January 18, 1862
Spouse/Ex-
Julia Gardiner Tyler (m. 1844–1862), Letitia Christian Tyler (m. 1813–1842)
Parents
John Tyler Sr.
Mary Marot (Armistead)
Children
Alice Tyler, Anne Contesse Tyler, David Gardiner Tyler, Elizabeth Tyler, John Alexander Tyler, John Tyler, Julia Gardiner Tyler Spencer, Lachlan Tyler, Letitia Tyler Semple, Lyon Gardiner Tyler, Mary Tyler, Pearl Tyler, Robert Fitzwalter Tyler, Robert Tyler, Tazewell Tyler
What was John Tyler's political party?
John Tyler was a member of the Democratic-Republican Party before becoming a Whig.
What was the significance of John Tyler's presidency?
John Tyler was the first Vice President to succeed to the presidency due to the death of a sitting president, setting important precedents for future successions.
What was John Tyler's stance on the annexation of Texas?
John Tyler was a strong advocate for the annexation of Texas and successfully pushed for its annexation during his presidency.
How did John Tyler handle the issue of states' rights during his presidency?
John Tyler strongly supported states' rights and often clashed with his own party, the Whigs, over issues such as tariffs and internal improvements.
What was John Tyler's role in the Treaty of Wanghia with China?
John Tyler's administration negotiated the Treaty of Wanghia, which marked the beginning of formal relations between the United States and China.
