History of Presidential Inaugurations Part (Tippecanoe & Tyler) II

 

“You can sort of imagine the way it breaks down - Harrison is obviously going to run on this platform of Martin Van Buren as a snob, as an elite, as someone who has fiddled while the nation has burned economically - and he is going to portray himself as a war hero and a simple man of the frontier.  Which is not really what he is but that sort is the persona he is going to keep pushing forward"

 

Tour Guide Tell All digs into the tumultuous election of 1840, where a financial crisis, new forms of campaigning, and two interesting candidates led to a blow-out election followed by an unprecedented presidency.  Learn about Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, 19th century campaign songs, inauguration trivia, and more.

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If you’re interested in more information, we find these sources helpful:

• Election of 1840 Resource Guide - Library of Congress
• Martin Van Buren - White House Historical Association
• William Henry Harrison - White House Historical Association
• In 1841, pneumonia killed the president in 31 days  - The Washington Post
• Tippecanoe and Tyler Too Campaign Song - They Might Be Giants
• Election of 1840 - 270 to Win
• What Really Killed William Henry Harrison - The New York Times
• The Dying Tecumseh and the Birth of A Legend - Smithsonian Magazine

 

You’re Listening To: Rebecca Fachner & Becca Grawl

The Person Responsible for it Sounding Good: Dan King

Technical & Admin Work Done During Toddler Naptime: Canden Arciniega

Intro/Outro Music: Well-Seasoned from Audio Hero