Tyler’s Accidental Presidency
John Tyler became president when William Henry Harrison died after 31 days. He went from vice president to president faster than most people change jobs.
The first vice president to assume presidency after a president's death. Known as 'His Accidency' for his unexpected rise to power.
View President DetailsJohn Tyler became president when William Henry Harrison died after 31 days. He went from vice president to president faster than most people change jobs.