Rutherford B. Hayes
19th President of the United States
Born
October 4th, 1822
202 years ago
Died
January 17th, 1893
132 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 19th President of the United States from 1877 to 1881. Prior to presidency, held the position of Governor of Ohio. Oversaw the end of Reconstruction, withdrawing federal troops from the South. Focused on civil service reform and attempted to address issues of corruption in government. Prior to his political career, served as a Union general during the Civil War, earning an exemplary reputation for leadership.
Presidency from 1877 to 1881
Governorship of Ohio
Union general during Civil War
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