John Quincy Adams had a pet alligator.
William Henry Harrison's father signed the Declaration of Independence. His grandson also became President.
Thomas Jefferson was a great writer but considered a bad speaker. His voice was apparently high and shrill.
John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Jame Monroe all died on July 4th. Adams and Jefferson on the same day.
Calvin Coolidge was born on July 4th.
James Polk said he would only serve one term. He kept his word and didn't run for a second.
John Tyler is the only former President who allied himself to the Confederacy during the Civil War.
Martin Van Buren was the first President born in the United States.
Dr. Woodrow Wilson was the only President with an earned doctorate.
James Buchanan was the only President who never married.
Franklin Roosevelt was related to 11 other Presidents. He was also elected four times.
Grover Cleveland was elected twice but not consecutively.
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