William Henry Harrison's Death
Born (Birthday) February 9, 1773
Death Date April 4, 1841
Age of Death 68 years
Cause of Death N/A
Place of Death Washington, D.C., United States
Place of Burial William Henry Harrison Memorial, North Bend, Ohio, United States
Profession U.S. President
The US president William Henry Harrison died at the age of 68. Here is all you want to know and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
Ninth president of the United States, the first to die in office, and the last to be born before the Declaration of Independence was written.
He briefly studied medicine at the University of Pennsylvania until a lack of funds led him to join the army.
He died after only 32 days in office. His death led to the passage of the 25th Amendment to the Constitution that would settle many issues regarding presidential succession.
Quotes
""Sir, I wish to understand the true principles of the Government. I wish them carried out. I ask nothing more."
""The only legitimate right to govern is an express grant of power from the governed."
""To Englishmen, life is a topic, not an activity."
""All the measures of the Government are directed to the purpose of making the rich richer and the poor poorer."
""I contend that the strongest of all governments is that which is most free."