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William Henry Harrison |
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Willam Henry Harrison was born on February 9, 1773 in Berkely, Virginia, but soon after moved to Ohio. His ancestors immigrated from England. His father and mother were Benjamin Harrison and Elizabeth Basset Harrison. His wife was Anna Tuthill Symmes. He had ten children, six boys and four girls. He attended Hampden-Sydney College. Willam Henry Harrison's religion was Episcopalian. His party was the Whig Party. This party no longers exist in our United States government. He served in office only one month and then died of pneumonia, on April 4, 1841, at the age of 68. He got pneumonia from his constant travel and campaigning around the United States. His Vice-President, John Tyler, then served after him. |
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