Millard Fillmore, the last Whig president, was known for his role in passing the Compromise of 1850. Born in poverty, he became a lawyer and rose in politics, eventually becoming president in 1850. Fillmore's stance on slavery and his support of controversial policies during his presidency led to his reputation as one of the worst presidents in American history.
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Millard Fillmore, the thirteenth president of the United States, was born on January 7, 1800.
Millard Fillmore married Caroline Carmichael McIntosh, the daughter of Charles Carmichael and Tempe W. Blachly, and widow of Ezekiel C. McIntosh in Albany, N.Y.
Millard Fillmore taught school in Scott, New York during this time period.
At the age of seventeen, Millard Fillmore left for New Hope, New York, seeking an education after two years apprenticed to a cloth maker. He attended New Hope Academy, where he met his future wife, Abigail Powers. At the age of 19, Fillmore secured a clerkship with a local judge, and was admitted to the New York Bar four years later.
In 1821, Millard Fillmore studied law under Judge Walter Wood in Montville, New York.
In 1822, he worked as a clerk at the law firm of Asa Rice and Joseph Clary. This experience provided him with valuable insights into the legal profession.
In 1823, Millard Fillmore was admitted to the New York Bar, marking a significant milestone in his legal career.
Millard Fillmore married Abigail Powers, who was born on March 13, 1798, in Moravia, New York. She was the daughter of Rev. Lemuel Powers and Abigail Newland.
In 1830, Millard Fillmore formed a law partnership with Joseph Clary and moved to Buffalo, N.Y.
Mary Abigail Fillmore, also known as Abbie, was born in Buffalo, New York. She passed away on July 26, 1854.
Millard Fillmore served in the U.S. House of Representatives during this period.
Millard Fillmore formed the law firm of Fillmore & Hall with Nathan K. Hall in 1834.
In 1843, Millard Fillmore resigned from the U.S. House of Representatives in order to run for governor of New York, a pivotal decision in his political journey.
Millard Fillmore was defeated in the New York gubernatorial election in 1844.
In 1847, Millard Fillmore was elected as state comptroller, marking a significant milestone in his political career.
In 1848, a campaign banner was created for the Whig Party candidates Zachary Taylor and vice presidential running mate Millard Fillmore. This event marked an important moment in the political history of the United States.
On March 4, 1849, Millard Fillmore was inaugurated as the Vice President of the United States.
Millard Fillmore served as the 13th President of the United States from 1850 to 1853.
On July 10, 1850, Millard Fillmore became the President of the United States after the sudden death of Zachary Taylor.
The cabinet of Zachary Taylor resigns from their positions.
Millard Fillmore announces his support of the Compromise of 1850, recommending that Texas be paid to abandon claims to part of New Mexico and that the Wilmot Proviso be overturned, allowing slavery in the acquired land from the Mexican War.
On September 9, 1850, Millard Fillmore signed an act proposing the establishment of Texas border boundaries and the establishment of New Mexico as a territory of the United States. The act also included a $10 Million payment to Texas for ceding its claims on New Mexico, which was a significant element of the Compromise of 1850.
On September 18, 1850, President Millard Fillmore signed into law the Fugitive Slave Act, which enacted strict provisions for returning runaway slaves to their owners.
The Compromise of 1850 was a package of bills aimed at resolving the territorial and slavery controversies arising from the Mexican-American War. It was a significant event in the lead-up to the American Civil War.
President Fillmore addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year on December 2, 1850.
President Fillmore addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year on December 2, 1851.
President Fillmore addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year on December 6, 1852.
President Fillmore sends a proposal to the Senate for mutual extradition rights between the United States and the State of Prussia, aiming to establish a legal framework for extradition between the two entities.
President Fillmore signs the Act (10 Stat 160) which establishes the minting of gold coins worth $3 and reduces the amount of silver contained in standard coins, aiming to regulate the currency system.
President Fillmore nominates William C. Micou as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, marking the third Supreme Court nominee under President Fillmore to not be acted upon by the Senate.
President Millard Fillmore's cabinet members are listed, including their positions and the dates of their service.
On March 30, 1853, Abigail Powers Fillmore, the wife of Millard Fillmore, passed away in Washington, D.C.
Caroline McIntosh Fillmore, the second wife of Millard Fillmore, passed away on August 27, 1854. She was interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, New York.
Millard Fillmore was nominated for president in 1856 by the 'American National' or 'Know-Nothing' party and received nearly 22% of the popular vote.
Millard Fillmore served as the Chairman of the Buffalo Committee of Public Defense in Buffalo, N.Y.
In 1866, Millard Fillmore embarked on his second tour of Europe.
In 1870, Millard Fillmore became the President of Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo, N.Y.
Millard Fillmore suffered a stroke and later died on March 8, 1874, after supporting the Union and different leaders from both political parties during the Civil War.
On August 11, 1881, Millard Fillmore was interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, N.Y.