Warren G. Harding

Profession: 29th US President

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Political Party: Republican
Political Titles: Senator from Ohio, Lieutenant Governor of Ohio

Presidential Term: March 4, 1921 - August 2, 1923
Preceded By: Woodrow Wilson
Succeeded By: Calvin Coolidge

Biography: 29th President of the United States. Only in office for two years until his death, Harding is often ranked among the worst presidents.

Following his death in 1923 several scandals came to light, primarily the controversy over the Teapot Dome oil reserves and revelations about his extra-marital affairs.

He appointed several well-known figures to his cabinet, and in 1922 the major powers agreed on naval limitations at the Washington Conference, a significant post-war achievement.

Born: November 2, 1865
Birthplace: Blooming Grove, Ohio, USA
Star Sign: Scorpio

Died: August 2, 1923 (aged 57)
Cause of Death: Heart attack or stroke