William Henry Harrison was our shortest-serving president. He died in office, after serving for only a few weeks. On the plus side, this allowed the Constitution and other federal laws to come into effect that allowed a vice-president to take office in a presidential vacancy. If nothing else, President Harrison proved that established law worked, allowing a peaceful transition to the next presidency.
Plus, despite the circumstances this man is still recognized as one of the 45 people to hold presidential office in America. This country at large has always held the mantle of that executive office with dignity and respect.
Also, Harrison was apparently the first president to use slogans and songs in a presidential campaign. That's cool.
I am grateful for William Henry Harrison.
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