1831 – 1881

James A. Garfield

president of the United States in 1881

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Born

1831-11-19, Moreland Hills

Died

1881-09-19

Birthplace state

Ohio

Biography

James Abram Garfield was the 20th president of the United States, serving from March 1881 until his death in September that year after being shot in July. A preacher, lawyer, and Civil War general, Garfield served nine terms in the United States House of Representatives and is the only sitting member of the House to be elected president. Before he ran for president, the Ohio General Assembly had elected him to the U.S. Senate, a position he declined upon becoming president-elect.

Occupation

James A. Garfield is recorded as a President of the Republic, a statesperson, a jurist, a major general, a military personnel, a politician, a lawyer and a writer, born in Ohio (1831–1881).

Connections to Ohio

James A. Garfield was born in Moreland Hills, Ohio in 1831. Explore other notable figures from Ohio, historic sites connected to this era, and the full colonial and statehood history of the state using the links below.

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Frequently asked about James A. Garfield

Who was James A. Garfield?

James A. Garfield was president of the United States in 1881, born in Ohio (1831 – 1881).

When and where was James A. Garfield born?

James A. Garfield was born on 1831-11-19 in Moreland Hills.

When did James A. Garfield die?

James died on 1881-09-19.

What was James A. Garfield known for?

James A. Garfield is recorded as a President of the Republic, a statesperson, a jurist, a major general, a military personnel, a politician, a lawyer and a writer.

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