US President
Zachary Taylor
Zachary Taylor was a career military officer who served as president and became a hero for his victories in the Mexican-American War.
Age
65
Birth Date
November 24, 1784 Death Date
7/9/1850
Life Range
(1784-1850)
Zodiac
Sagittarius Born
United States About
Zachary Taylor was the 12th President of the United States, serving from 1849 until his death in 1850. He was a popular war hero, known for his victories in the Mexican-American War and strongly promoted expansionism. His short-lived presidency was marked by southwest expansion and increased sectional tensions.
Zachary Taylor Timeline
1784
Zachary Taylor is Born
On November 24, 1784, Zachary Taylor was born in Barboursville, Virginia.
1808
Joins the U.S. Army
Taylor began his military career as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army.
1846-1848
Mexican-American War Hero
Taylor became a national hero due to his victories in the Mexican-American War.
1848
Wins Presidential Election
Taylor won the presidential election as a nominee of the Whig Party.
1849
Inaugurated as President
On March 4, 1849, Taylor was inaugurated as the 12th President of the United States.
1850
Opposes Compromise of 1850
Taylor opposed the proposed Compromise of 1850, which aimed to admit California as a free state and introduce a new fugitive slave law.
1850
Passes Away in Office
On July 9, 1850, President Zachary Taylor suddenly fell ill and died, making his term the third shortest in U.S. history.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Zachary Taylor birthday?
Zachary Taylor was the twelfth President of the United States and he is best remembered as a military hero who defended the American people from foreign threats. He was born November 24, 1784 and died at the age of 65 on July 9, 1850.