Zachary Taylor: Facts & Related Content
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Also Known As | Old Rough and Ready |
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Born | November 24, 1784 • Virginia |
Died | July 9, 1850 (aged 65) • Washington, D.C. • United States |
Title / Office | presidency of the United States of America (1849-1850), United States |
Political Affiliation | Whig Party |
Notable Family Members | spouse Margaret Taylor |
Role In | Battle of Buena Vista • Battle of Lake Okeechobee • Battle of Monterrey • Battle of Palo Alto • Black Hawk War • Mexican-American War • Second Seminole War • War of 1812 • Seminole Wars |
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