William Henry Harrison

William Henry Harrison

9th President of the United States

πŸ—“οΈFebruary 9, 1773 - April 4, 1841
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πŸ“–Biography

William Henry Harrison was an American military officer and politician who served as the 9th president of the United States. He died just 31 days after his inauguration, making him the shortest-serving president in U.S. history and the first to die in office.

πŸ†Major Works & Achievements

  • ✦9th U.S. President
  • ✦Hero of the Battle of Tippecanoe
  • ✦Shortest-serving U.S. President

πŸ’¬Famous Quotes

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The only legitimate right to govern is an express grant of power from the governed.

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Sound morals are more needed than pure theorists.

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