Andrew Johnson Biography

Seventeenth President of the United States.

Born: Raleigh, N.C., Dec. 29, 1808.

Worked as a tailor in Greeneville, Tenn.

Served in the House of Representatives from 1843 to 54.

Governor of Tennessee from 1853 to 57.

Senator from 1857 to 62.

Became Lincoln's running mate in 1864.

Johnson succeeded to the presidency after Lincoln's death.

Died: Near Carter Station, Tenn., July 31, 1875.



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