Benjamin Harrison

Born on August 20, 1833, in North Bend, Ohio, he was the grandson of President William Henry Harrison and built his own public career as a lawyer in Indianapolis. He served in the Union Army during the Civil War and earned a reputation that helped launch him into national politics.

He represented Indiana in the U.S. Senate before winning the presidency in 1888. As president from 1889 to 1893, he led during a period of expansion and debate over tariffs, civil rights, and the growing role of the federal government.

After leaving office, he returned to legal work and public life, remaining a well-known national figure until his death on March 13, 1901. For readers interested in American history, his story offers a close look at politics, war, and leadership in the Gilded Age.