Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison was the 23rd President of the United States and he was in service with the Union Army during the Civil War. He is considered one of the best presidents in US history thanks to his international relations and great working relationship with Congress during his term. Some of the most significant efforts of his administration were the enforcement of African-American voting rights and the acceptance of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming into the Union. He was given the nickname “Little Ben” since he was the great grandchild and namesake of the founding father Benjamin Harrison. He was the only POTUS to have a US president for a grandfather as well. Of course, he is the grandson of none other than William Henry “Old Tippecanoe” Harrison.
Benjamin Harrison
James A. Garfield
Did you know that the 20th US President James A. Garfield was the first and only sitting member of the House of Representatives elected into the presidency? Before his term, he was a major general for the Union during the American Civil War and he fought in numerous battles like Chickamauga, Middle Creek, and Shiloh. During his term from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881, he was able to accomplish admirable things such as getting rid of corruption in the postal service and building up the navy. He also advocated for universal education and civil rights. His appointment of several African-Americans, such as Fredrick Douglass, into government positions was notable as well. An assassination attempt took place in July 1881 and his term was cut short after he battled multiple infections.
James A. Garfield
