Last Updated: 04 Dec, 2023 | Views: 336
Age: 79
Profession: Historical Men
Other Profession(s): Politician, Lawyer, Statesman
Famous For: 8th President of the United States
About (Profile/Biography):
Martin Van Buren, the 8th President of the United States, held office from 1837 to 1841. Born in New York in 1782, Van Buren was a well-known figure in early 19th politics. He also served as Vice-President and Secretary of State under President Andrew Jackson. As president, Van Buren faced many adversities. These include economic depression and a growing divide over the topic of slavery. Nevertheless, he stuck to his guns and worked hard to maintain the principles of Jacksonian democracy while expanding presidential authority.
Martin Van Buren Career:
1821-1828: Van Buren serves as the U.S. Senator from New York.
1828-1831: Van Buren serves as the Governor of New York.
1829-1831: Van Buren serves as the U.S. Secretary of State under President Andrew Jackson.
1833-1837: Van Buren serves as the Vice President of the United States under President Andrew Jackson.
1837-1841: Van Buren becomes the 8th President of the United States, serving one term.
1844: Van Buren runs for re-election but is defeated.
1848: Van Buren runs for president again as a member of the Free Soil Party but is defeated.
Martin Van Buren Death:
The 8th President of the United States, Martin Van Buren, passed away on July 24, 1862 at the age of 79. The cause was a long illness at his estate in Kinderhook, New York. His death was grieved by all and he was remembered as one of the country’s most dedicated public servants and as a champion of Jacksonian democracy.