More President’s Day Trivia

Now, let’s use this President's Day as an opportunity to learn more about the fascinating history of the U.S. presidency. Did you know that William Henry Harrison, the 9th President of the United States, died just 31 days after taking office? Or that Theodore Roosevelt was the first president to travel outside the country while in office? Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, spoke six languages fluently: English, French, Italian, Spanish, Latin, and Greek. He also had a strong interest in science and was an inventor, with over 20 patents to his name. Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president, was the first American to receive a Nobel Prize. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1906 for his role in negotiating the end of the Russo-Japanese War. Herbert Hoover, the 31st president, was an accomplished engineer and businessman before he entered politics. He became a millionaire by age 40 through his work as a mining engineer and later as a successful businessman. Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd president, was the longest-serving president in American history, holding office for over 12 years from 1933 until his death in 1945. During his presidency, he led the country through the Great Depression and World War II. Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th president, was known for his colorful personality and earthy language. He was known for his habit of holding meetings while he sat on the toilet, which became known as "doing business." We hope you enjoyed this presidential trivia… Taylor