Jane Pierce
15th First Lady of the United States
Born
March 12th, 1806
219 years ago
Died
1863
162 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as First Lady of the United States from 1853 to 1857 during the presidency of Franklin Pierce. Her tenure was marked by personal tragedy and political challenges. The loss of her son in a train accident influenced her public life. Focused on her family's well-being and often engaged in social issues of the time, she played a supportive role in her husband's political career. Her involvement in the role of First Lady included hosting events and being an example of 19th-century domesticity.
Served as First Lady from 1853 to 1857
Promoted social causes under her husband's presidency
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