John C. Breckinridge
(1821-1875)
Vice president of the United States from 1857 to 1861
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John Cabell Breckinridge (January 16, 1821 – May 17, 1875) was an American lawyer, politician, and soldier. He represented Kentucky in both houses of Congress and became the 14th and youngest-ever vice president of the United States. Serving from 1857 to 1861, he took office at the age of 36. He was a member of the Democratic Party, and served in the U.S. Senate during the outbreak of the American Civil War, but was expelled after joining the Confederate Army. He was appointed Confederate Secretary of War in 1865.
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John Cabell Breckinridge 16 January 1821 Lexington, Kentucky
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17 May 1875 (aged 54) Lexington, Kentucky
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