Thomas A. Hendricks
21st Vice President of the United States
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Served as the 21st Vice President of the United States under President Grover Cleveland. Held office from March 4, 1885, until his death on November 25, 1885. Was a prominent lawyer and politician in Indiana and actively participated in state politics. Served as a U.S. Congressman from 1851 to 1855 and as the Governor of Indiana from 1861 to 1862. Played a key role in the development of the Democratic Party in Indiana.
Served as Vice President under Grover Cleveland
Was a U.S. Congressman from Indiana
Served as Governor of Indiana
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