The President Is Dead!
- 416 stránek
- 15 hodin čtení
This engaging and anecdote-filled exploration delves into the deaths of every U.S. president and some 'almost presidents,' like Jefferson Davis. It offers a wealth of trivia and fascinating facts about how presidents from George Washington to George H. W. Bush met their ends, the circumstances surrounding their deaths, the grandeur of their funerals, and their legacies. Readers will discover tales of attempted grave robbings, reinterments, vandalism, and conspiracy theories related to these figures. Unique stories abound, such as a physician's bizarre suggestion to revive George Washington with lamb's blood. While many know of the plot to steal Abraham Lincoln's body, the book reveals similar attempts involving Benjamin Harrison and Andrew Jackson. Each chapter begins with 'Critical Death Information' and includes a comprehensive visitor's guide to grave sites and historical landmarks associated with these events. Additionally, an 'Almost Presidents' section covers figures like John Hanson, Sam Houston, David Rice Atchison, and Jefferson Davis. Thoroughly researched, this work is rich with colorful facts and entertaining narratives about the final moments of American presidents.
