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"This biography introduces readers to William H. Harrison including his military service during the War of 1812; his early political career as governor of Indiana Territory, US congressman, Ohio state senator; and Harrison's term as the shortest presidency in US history. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information."--Publisher's website.

"The conquest of indigenous land in the American East through corrupt treaties and genocidal violence laid the groundwork for the conquest of the American West. Acclaimed author Peter Stark exposes the fundamental conflicts at play through the little-known but consequential struggle between two extraordinary leaders. William Henry Harrison was born to a prominent Virginia family, son of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. He journeyed...

This is a biography of the ninth president of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of William Henry Harrison, ninth president of the United States.

Uses a variety of source materials to provide an overview of the election of 1860 and the administration of President William Harrison and his vice president and successor, John Tyler.