Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of the United States, suffered from dropsy, now known as edema, which is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the body's tissues. The condition was likely a result of his declining health, exacerbated by chronic Alcoholism and the stress of his presidency. Pierce's health deteriorated further after the tragic death of his son in a train accident, which contributed to his overall physical decline. Ultimately, dropsy was one of several health issues that plagued him later in life.
Pierce died on October 8, 1869 at 4:40 am, at home in Concord, New Hamphire from stomach problems and dropsy (congestive heart failure), likely alcohol related . He is thought to have had a lifelong struggle with Alcoholism. He was about 6 weeks short of 65 when he died.
Franklin Pierce's real name was Franklin Pierce.
Franklin Pierce's real name was Franklin Pierce.
Benjamin Pierce was Franklin Pierce's dad.
Benjamin Pierce was Franklin Pierce's dad.
Benjamin Pierce was Franklin Pierce's dad.
No, Franklin Pierce is not single.
Franklin Pierce.
Yes, Franklin Pierce did drink
Franklin Pierce was born on November 23, 1804
Yes, of course. Frankin Pierce University is named for President Pierce.
Nothing of note was invented by Franklin Pierce.