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William Howard Taft(1857-1930)

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William Howard Taft
William Howard Taft was the 27th president of the United States (1909-1913) and the tenth chief justice of the United States (1921-1930), the only person to have held both offices. Taft was elected president in 1908, the chosen successor of Theodore Roosevelt, but was defeated for reelection in 1912 by Woodrow Wilson after Roosevelt split the Republican vote by running as a third-party candidate. In 1921, President Warren G. Harding appointed Taft to be chief justice, a position he held until a month before his death.
BornSeptember 15, 1857
DiedMarch 8, 1930(72)
BornSeptember 15, 1857
DiedMarch 8, 1930(72)
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Known for

The President's Pardon
Short
  • William Howard Taft - Former President of the USA
  • 1913
The Patriot
Short
  • Self - Outgoing President
  • 1913
The Last G.A.R. Parade at Rochester, N.Y.
Short
  • Self
  • 1911
Hutchinson, Kansas, Semi-Centennial Celebration
Short
  • Self(as President Taft)
  • 1912

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  • The President's Pardon
    Short
    • William Howard Taft - Former President of the USA
    • 1913

Personal details

  • Official sites
    • Supreme Court Historical Society - portrait and profile
    • The White House
  • Alternative name
    • President Taft
  • Height
    • 5′ 11½″ (1.82 m)
  • Born
    • September 15, 1857
    • Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
  • Died
    • March 8, 1930
    • Washington, District of Columbia, USA(debility)
  • Spouse
    • Helen TaftJune 19, 1886 - March 8, 1930 (his death, 3 children)
  • Children
      Robert A. Taft
  • Relatives
      William Howard Taft IV(Great Grandchild)
  • Publicity listings
    • 12 Print Biographies
    • 5 Portrayals
    • 6 Articles
    • 1 Magazine Cover Photo

Did you know

  • Trivia
    Although he was famous for his weight, he actually lost 137 pounds after leaving the office. He jokingly said it was because the weight of the job was finally off his shoulders.
  • Quotes
    Anti-Semitism is a noxious weed that should be cut out. It has no place in America.
  • Nickname
    • Big Bill

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