9th President of the United States

William Henry Harrison

“Old Tippecanoe”

In office

March 4, 1841 – April 4, 1841

Party

Whig

Home state

Ohio

Lived

1773–1841

Days in office

31

In order

No. 9: after Martin Van Buren, before John Tyler

Vice president

John Tyler

Key achievements & events

• Won fame at the Battle of Tippecanoe (1811) and in the War of 1812
• First Whig president, elected with the slogan "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too"
• His 1840 campaign pioneered rallies, songs and slogans in presidential races

Remember: He gave the longest inaugural address (nearly two hours) and died 31 days later, the shortest presidency.