James Buchanan
US President

James Buchanan Net Worth

James Buchanan was the 15th President of the United States, born on April 23, 1791 in Pennsylvania. He was a lifelong bachelor and served as President Andrew Jackson's Minister to Russia. He was the only president to remain a bachelor throughout his term in office.
James Buchanan is a member of US President

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 23, 1791
Birth Place Pennsylvania
Age 228 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 1, 1868 (age 77)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

The 15th President of the United States and a lifelong bachelor who also served as President Andrew Jackson's Minister to Russia.

Before Fame

He was offered a spot on the Supreme Court, but turned it down. He helped draft the Ostend Manifesto, which laid down the framework for the U.S. to purchase Cuba from Spain.

Trivia

He opposed the secession of the Southern states, believing it to be illegal, but did not feel it was wise to go to war over the matter, something that would happen when his successor was elected to the office.

Family Life

His niece Harriet Lane played the role of First Lady while he was in office.

Associated With

He was succeeded as President by Abraham Lincoln in 1861.

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