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The first accidental president was John Tyler. He assumed the presidency in 1841 after the death of President William Henry Harrison. Tyler, who was the vice president at the time, became president due to the unexpected death of Harrison and the unclear succession process outlined in the Constitution.
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What state did the first accidental president come from?
Virginia was the home state of John Tyler, who was the first vice-president to assume the office of President due to the death of the elected president.
Who was the first president not elected to office when Harrison died?
John Tyler who was the vice president. After Harrison died, Tyler became the "accidental president".
What was president Tyler's nickname?
"Accidental President" or "His Accidency
What is Tyler's nickname?
accidental president
What are the release dates for The Accidental President - 2014 TV?
The Accidental President - 2014 TV was released on: USA: 1 January 2014
Was Gerald Ford called the accidental President?
he was not elected
Why was John Tyler called the accidental president?
He was elected as the vice-president and became the president because the President took sick and died. He was the first president to take office without being elected to the position, and the press of the day called him "His Accidency" throughout his term of office.
Did John Tyler have a nickname?
President John Tyler's nickname was the "Accidental President" or "His Accidency". He received this nickname because he was the first president to hold the office without being elected to it. William Henry Harrison died shortly after taking office and Tyler was his vice president.
What did Roosevelt call himself after McKinley was assassinated?
Once McKinley was assassinated, Teddy Roosevelt became President.
Which candy apple book was the first?
the accidental cheerleader
What president is nicknamed his accidency?
Upon the death of President Harrison, John Tyler became the first vice president to assume the presidency. Tyler was nicknamed "His Accidency" by opponents because he seemed to gain the presidency by an accident of fate versus being elected to the office.
What happens when Accidental breeding during a dogs first heat?
Pregnancy
