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William Henry Harrison served the shortest time in office as President of the United States. He was the 9th President of the U.S., serving from March 4, 1841 until his death on April 4, 1841.

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The 9th president, William Henry Harrison, served only 31 days in office. He caught pneumonia during his inauguration on March 4, 1841 and died the following April 4th.

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William Henry Harrison and he served for a month or 30 days.

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William Henry Harrison, 9th US President, died in office one month afterwards. He died 4 April 1841 of pneumonia.

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William Henry Harrison, from March 4, 1841 to April 4, 1841.

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