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U.S. Presidents
The first U.S. president, former military leader George Washington, took his oath of office on April 30, 1789, on the balcony of Federal Hall. From that moment onward, the United States' highest office has been filled regularly by elected officials who aim to serve the people under the guidance of the U.S. Constitution. Learn more about the 43 men who have served as America's chief executive.
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Featured U.S. Presidents
Watch full episodes, mini biography videos and more of American presidents such as Abraham Lincoln, Barack Obama, George Washington, JFK and Ronald Reagan.
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Barack Obama
- In these groups:
- Famous Fathers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Lefties
Barack Obama
Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1961 -
Barack Obama is the 44th and current president of the United States, and the first African American to serve as U.S. president. First elected to the presidency in 2008, he won a second term in 2012.
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John F. Kennedy
- In these groups:
- Famous Irish-Americans
- Famous Military Veterans
- The Kennedy Family
John F. Kennedy
Civil Rights Activist, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1917 - 1963
John F. Kennedy, the 35th U.S. president, negotiated the Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty and initiated the Alliance for Progress. He was assassinated in 1963.
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Abraham Lincoln
- In these groups:
- Who Is On Your Money
- Oscar-Winning Portrayals
- Famous Aquarians
Abraham Lincoln
Civil Rights Activist, Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1809 - 1865
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He preserved the Union during the U.S. Civil War and brought about the emancipation of slaves.
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George Washington
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Famous Military Veterans
- Who Is On Your Money
George Washington
General, U.S. President / 1732 - 1799
George Washington was a leader of the Continental Army in the American Revolution, and was the first to become U.S. president.
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Thomas Jefferson
- In these groups:
- Dads in Denial
- Who Is On Your Money
- Founding Fathers
Thomas Jefferson
Diplomat, U.S. President, U.S. Vice President, U.S. Governor, Government Official / 1743 - 1826
Thomas Jefferson was a draftsman of the Declaration of Independence and the third U.S. president (1801-09). He was also responsible for the Louisiana Purchase.
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Ronald Reagan
- In these groups:
- Failed Assassinations
- Actors Turned Politicians
- Famous Irish-Americans
Ronald Reagan
Film Actor, Television Actor, U.S. President, U.S. Governor / 1911 - 2004
President Ronald Reagan helped redefine the purpose of government and pressured the Soviet Union to end the Cold War. He solidified the conservative agenda for decades after his presidency.
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