Facts You Likely Don’t Know About U.S. Presidents

Published on 01/06/2020
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James K. Polk – 143.4

11th President James K. Polk served from 1845-1849. Did you know his inauguration was the first to be broadcast via telegraph? Polk was president when the U.S. claimed its victory during the Mexican-American war. In addition, Texas officially became a state while he was president, as Mexico succeded the land.

James K. Polk

James K. Polk

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William McKinley Jr. – 143.4

William McKinly Jr. had an IQ of 143.4, which served him well during his 4-year presidency spanning from 1897 until 1901. He helped America win the Spanish-American war and played a role in the civil war, as well. While he was president, Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico all became territories around the world. Despite the fact that he did not put much effort into ensuring equality for all American citizens, he did make big efforts to improve the economy, which struck well with many people in the country.

William McKinley Jr.

William McKinley Jr.

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