Franklin Pierce
American politician
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About Franklin Pierce
Franklin Pierce was an American politician. He was a Democrat.
His Highlights/Legacy
He served as the 14th President of the United States from 1853 to 1857. He had also served in the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate earlier. He was a former lawyer and he was eventually appointed U.S. Attorney for his state in 1845.
He supported the Kansas–Nebraska Act and he enforced the Fugitive Slave Act. His reputation declined in the North during the Civil War, as he became a vocal critic of President Abraham Lincoln.
His Personal Life
He was married to Jane Appleton and they had 3 children. He was a heavy drinker and he died of severe cirrhosis of the liver at the age of 64.
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F.A.Q. about Franklin Pierce
When is his birthday?
Franklin Pierce's birthday is on November 23, 1804.
In how many days is his birthday?
Franklin's birthday is in 234 days
How old was Franklin when he died?
He was 64 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 8, 1869.
How old would he be today?
Franklin Pierce would be 220 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Franklin from?
He was born in Hillsborough, New Hampshire, U.S..