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William Howard Taft (September 15, 1857 – March 8, 1930) was an American politician, the 27th President of the United States, the 10th Chief Justice of the United States, a leader of the progressive conservative wing of the Republican Party in the early twentieth century, a chaired professor at Yale Law School, a pioneer in international arbitration, and a staunch advocate of world peace that verged on pacifism (though the pacifists of his time did not call him one of their own).
Taft served as Solicitor General of the United States, a federal judge, Governor-General of the Philippines, and Secretary of War before being nominated for President in the 1908 Republican National Convention with the backing of his predecessor and close friend Theodore Roosevelt. His presidency was characterized by trust-busting, strengthening the Interstate Commerce Commission, expanding the civil service, establishing a better postal system, and promoting world peace. Taft defeated Roosevelt for the Republican nomination in a bruising battle in 1912. In 1921, he became Chief Justice and is the only President to have served on the Supreme Court of the United States.
Early life
Taft was born on September 15, 1857, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the second of five children. His mother was Louisa Torrey, a graduate of Mount Holyoke College. His father Alphonso Taft came to Cincinnati in 1839 and opened his law practice.* Alphonso was a prominent Republican, who served as Secretary of War under President Ulysses S. Grant. More on [ William Howard Taft ]
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Apnea and Taft - Describes Taft's battles with sleep apnea, weight, and appetite.
Arlington Cemetery: William Howard Taft - Brief biography and photographs of grave.
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Encyclopedia Americana: William Howard Taft - A detailed biography written for older students written by Henry Pringle, author of the comprehensive work The Life and Times of William Howard Taft. Includes links to related topics, fact file, and inaugural addresses.
Growing into Public Service: William Howard Taft's Boyhood Home - Classroom-ready lesson plan introduces Taft and his family.
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Medical History of President William Howard Taft - Reviews the medical history of America's 27th, and heaviest, President.
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President William Howard Taft - Voice of President William Howard Taft talking about the abolishment of war throughout the world.
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Taft Summer White House - Information about Taft's summer homes in Beverly, MA, during his four years as President 1908-11. The story, photos, political cartoons, text from local newspapers, and links to other Taft sites.
The American Experience: Taft - Provides an overview of Taft's life, the era in which he served, his domestic policy, and foreign affairs. From PBS.
The American President: William Howard Taft - Fact file and comprehensive biographical sketch based on PBS series. Also includes gallery and quotations.
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USA: Biography of William Howard Taft - Includes biography, portrait, and inaugural address.
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William Howard Taft - Short biography from the official White House site.
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William Howard Taft - Provides a biography of American President William Howard Taft. Includes his picture and a list of his Supreme Court appointments.
Meta Description: [ William Howard Taft (September 15, 1857 - March 8, 1930) was the 27th (1909 - 1913) President of the United States, and the 10th Chief Justice of the United States. ]
William Howard Taft National Historic Site - Photo and printable travel guide to Taft's place of birth.
William Howard Taft: Dollar Diplomacy - Article examines Taft's foreign policy.
William Howard Taft: Inaugural Address - Complete text of speech delivered Thursday, March 4, 1909. Includes background information.
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