Download or read book John Tyler written by Gary May and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-12-09 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first "accidental president," whose secret maneuverings brought Texas into the Union and set secession in motion When William Henry Harrison died in April 1841, just one month after his inauguration, Vice President John Tyler assumed the presidency. It was a controversial move by this Southern gentleman, who had been placed on the fractious Whig ticket with the hero of Tippecanoe in order to sweep Andrew Jackson's Democrats, and their imperial tendencies, out of the White House. Soon Tyler was beset by the Whigs' competing factions. He vetoed the charter for a new Bank of the United States, which he deemed unconstitutional, and was expelled from his own party. In foreign policy, as well, Tyler marched to his own drummer. He engaged secret agents to help resolve a border dispute with Britain and negotiated the annexation of Texas without the Senate's approval. The resulting sectional divisions roiled the country. Gary May, a historian known for his dramatic accounts of secret government, sheds new light on Tyler's controversial presidency, which saw him set aside his dedication to the Constitution to gain his two great ambitions: Texas and a place in history.
Download or read book American Presidency John Tyler Biography written by and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features a biographical sketch of U.S. President John Tyler (1790-1862), provided by Grolier Interactive Inc. Highlights Tyler's early political career, presidency, and later life. Explains that Tyler's greatest successes were in the area of foreign policy. For example he supported Webster-Ashburton Treaty (1842), which settled the Maine boundary dispute. He ended the Seminole War, extended the Monroe Doctrine to Hawaii, and opened the first American trade mission to China.
Download or read book John Tyler the Accidental President written by Edward P. Crapol and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2012-01-18 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first vice president to become president on the death of the incumbent, John Tyler (1790-1862) was derided by critics as "His Accidency." In this biography of the tenth president, Edward P. Crapol challenges depictions of Tyler as a die-hard advocate of states' rights, limited government, and a strict interpretation of the Constitution. Instead, he argues, Tyler manipulated the Constitution to increase the executive power of the presidency. Crapol also highlights Tyler's faith in America's national destiny and his belief that boundless territorial expansion would preserve the Union as a slaveholding republic. When Tyler sided with the Confederacy in 1861, he was branded as America's "traitor" president for having betrayed the republic he once led.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Jane C. Walker and published by McDonald and Woodward Publishing Company. This book was released on 2001 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the presidency of John Tyler, the first vice-president to ascend to the office upon the death of a standing president, describing his success in establishing diplomatic relations with China and annexing Texas.
Download or read book The Presidencies of William Henry Harrison John Tyler written by Norma Lois Peterson and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On balance, Peterson concludes, Tyler demonstrated exemplary executive skills, and his presidency deserves more credit than it received for what was accomplished--and preserved--under difficult circumstances.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Dee Lillegard and published by Children's Press(CT). This book was released on 1987 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of the Virginian who became tenth president of the United States upon the death of William Henry Harrison.
Download or read book President without a Party written by Christopher J. Leahy and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 2020-05-06 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historians have long viewed President John Tyler as one of the nation’s least effective heads of state. In President without a Party—the first full-scale biography of Tyler in more than fifty years and the first new academic study of him in eight decades—Christopher J. Leahy explores the life of the tenth chief executive of the United States. Born in the Virginia Tidewater into an elite family sympathetic to the ideals of the American Revolution, Tyler, like his father, worked as an attorney before entering politics. Leahy uses a wealth of primary source materials to chart Tyler’s early political path, from his election to the Virginia legislature in 1811, through his stints as a congressman and senator, to his vice-presidential nomination on the Whig ticket for the campaign of 1840. When William Henry Harrison died unexpectedly a mere month after assuming the presidency, Tyler became the first vice president to become president because of the death of the incumbent. Leahy traces Tyler’s ascent to the highest office in the land and unpacks the fraught dynamics between Tyler and his fellow Whigs, who ultimately banished the beleaguered president from their ranks and stymied his election bid three years later. Leahy also examines the president’s personal life, especially his relationships with his wives and children. In the end, Leahy suggests, politics fulfilled Tyler the most, often to the detriment of his family. Such was true even after his presidency, when Virginians elected him to the Confederate Congress in 1861, and northerners and Unionists branded him a “traitor president.” The most complete accounting of Tyler’s life and career, Leahy’s biography makes an original contribution to the fields of politics, family life, and slavery in the antebellum South. Moving beyond the standard, often shortsighted studies that describe Tyler as simply a defender of the Old South’s dominant ideology of states’ rights and strict construction of the Constitution, Leahy offers a nuanced portrayal of a president who favored a middle-of-the-road, bipartisan approach to the nation’s problems. This strategy did not make Tyler popular with either the Whigs or the opposition Democrats while he was in office, or with historians and biographers ever since. Moreover, his most significant achievement as president—the annexation of Texas—exacerbated sectional tensions and put the United States on the road to civil war.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Doug West and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Tyler holds the distinction of being the first president to take office due to the death of a sitting president. Tyler was thrust into office on the death of President William Henry Harrison in 1841 after being vice president for only a month. He was at home in Richmond when he got word of Harrison's death. Immediately he rushed to Washington, D.C., to be embroiled in a Constitutional crisis over the secession of power.The Whig Political Party had chosen Tyler as Harrison's running mate in the election of 1840, primarily because he was from the very populous state of Virginia and it was hoped he could bring in the Southern vote. The Whigs were shocked when Tyler became president and didn't fall in line with the party. He vetoed much of their legislation, so they kicked him out of the party!After his one term in office, he was relegated to political obscurity. As the tensions grew between the North and South leading up to the Civil War, Tyler and his new wife, thirty years his junior, became outspoken advocates for slavery and Southern plantation life. Just before his death he was elected as a representative to the Confederate States of America and would be buried in a coffin draped with a Confederate flag. To the Northerners, John Tyler was considered a traitor to the Union cause, making him one of the most controversial presidents in United States history. "John Tyler: A Short Biography" reveals the life and times of the tenth president of the United States. 30-Minute Book SeriesThis is the 38th book in the 30-Minute Book Series. Books in this series are fast-paced, accurate, and cover the story in as much detail as a short book possibly can. Most people complete each book in less than an hour, which makes the books in the series a perfect companion for your lunch hour or a little down time. About the AuthorDoug West is a retired engineer and an experienced non-fiction writer with several books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with special expertise in history, science, biographies, and "How To" topics. Doug has a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Oliver Perry Chitwood and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book John Tyler written by United Library and published by . This book was released on 2023-11-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the tumultuous era of the 10th President of the United States, John Tyler, in this comprehensive biography that delves into his remarkable life and pivotal role in shaping American history. In John Tyler's book readers will embark on a journey through the complex political landscape of the 19th century, where Tyler's unexpected rise to the presidency left an indelible mark. Born into a prominent Virginia family, Tyler's early years were marked by a commitment to states' rights and opposition to the expanding powers of the federal government. As a staunch supporter of slavery and an advocate for states' sovereignty, Tyler's journey from the Democratic-Republican Party to the Whig Party mirrored the political upheaval of his time. Tyler's ascension to the presidency, following the death of President William Henry Harrison just 31 days into office, set a precedent for future vice presidents. His presidency, characterized by strict adherence to a constructionist view of the Constitution, was marked by clashes with Congress, including the Whigs, who expelled him from the party, dubbing him "His Accidency." Throughout his term, Tyler navigated a challenging political landscape, which included vetoing significant Whig-sponsored bills, such as those related to a national bank and tariff rates. Despite domestic policy stalemates, Tyler achieved several foreign policy successes, including treaties with Britain and China. As a firm believer in manifest destiny, Tyler championed the annexation of Texas, setting the stage for its statehood. This biography sheds light on Tyler's role as a key figure in the expansion of the United States. This book offers readers a compelling look at a leader whose presidency left an enduring legacy, both in terms of his states' rights advocacy and his contributions to America's foreign relations. Whether you are a history enthusiast or seeking to understand a pivotal period in American history, this book provides an insightful and comprehensive portrait of John Tyler.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Lyle Emerson Nelson and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the life of the tenth president, John Tyler, who evoked mixed feelings amongst the public as to his competency and administrative judgements. He was believed by some to be of talents not above 'mediocrity' and rooted in passions and vices of slavery while others believed him to be unaffected and dedicated to the needs of the country. When President Harrison died suddenly of pneumonia Tyler became the first president ever to come to office by constitutional succession without exhibiting any deep allegiance to the principles of the Whigs' 1840 campaign. Tyler was no 'party animal' and believed in making decisions based on a idea's merit and impact on what he perceived to be the nation's best interests, without regard to politics. The Whigs had no control over the man they had put in the White House, and it came as no surprise when they failed to re-nominate him 1844. President Tyler decided to withdraw from the race before election and left office a President without a party -- the only president every to have had that dubious distinction. This book is an interesting portrait of a somewhat orthodox man who to some seemed too 'ordinary' and his popularity was a divided one.
Download or read book John Tyler written by John Tyler and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by John Tyler himself, this book is a fascinating account of one of America's most enigmatic presidents. Tyler, who served as president from 1841 to 1845, was known for his stubbornness and independent streak, which often put him at odds with members of his own party. In this book, Tyler reflects on his presidency, his political philosophy, and the issues that defined his era, offering readers a unique perspective on this often-overlooked figure in American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Kate Havelin and published by Twenty-First Century Books. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Tyler became president of the United States following William Harrison's death, after being in office for only one month. He was the first vice president to be thrust into the presidency and many felt that it should have been a temporary position until a new leader could be elected. Tyler disagreed and from day one made his own decisions and refused to let others control his presidency.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Megan M. Gunderson and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2024-07-30 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This biography introduces young readers to the life of John Tyler, including his military service, early political career, and key events from Tyler's administration including his opposition to the national bank, Second Seminole War, and the Webster-Ashburton Treaty. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Zachary Taylor written by John S. D. Eisenhower and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-05-27 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rough-hewn general who rose to the nation's highest office, and whose presidency witnessed the first political skirmishes that would lead to the Civil War Zachary Taylor was a soldier's soldier, a man who lived up to his nickname, "Old Rough and Ready." Having risen through the ranks of the U.S. Army, he achieved his greatest success in the Mexican War, propelling him to the nation's highest office in the election of 1848. He was the first man to have been elected president without having held a lower political office. John S. D. Eisenhower, the son of another soldier-president, shows how Taylor rose to the presidency, where he confronted the most contentious political issue of his age: slavery. The political storm reached a crescendo in 1849, when California, newly populated after the Gold Rush, applied for statehood with an anti- slavery constitution, an event that upset the delicate balance of slave and free states and pushed both sides to the brink. As the acrimonious debate intensified, Taylor stood his ground in favor of California's admission—despite being a slaveholder himself—but in July 1850 he unexpectedly took ill, and within a week he was dead. His truncated presidency had exposed the fateful rift that would soon tear the country apart.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Dee Lillegard and published by Children's Press(CT). This book was released on 1987 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of the Virginian who became tenth president of the United States upon the death of William Henry Harrison.
Download or read book John Tyler written by Mike Venezia and published by Children's Press. This book was released on 2005-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the life and accomplishments of the first United States vice president to assume the presidency.
