Presidency of Warren G. Harding
Warren G. Harding's tenure as the 29th president of the United States lasted from March 4, 1921, until his death on August 2, 1923. Harding presided over the country in the aftermath of World War I. A Republican from Ohio, Harding held office during a period in American political history from the mid-1890s to 1932 that was generally dominated by his party. He died of an apparent heart attack and was succeeded by Vice President Calvin Coolidge.
Image: Warren G Harding Harris & Ewing
Image: 1894 US Presidential Seal
Republican National Convention, Chicago, Illinois, June 8–12, 1920
Harding's home in Marion, Ohio, from which he conducted his 1920 "front porch" campaign. (c.1918–1921)
Warren Gamaliel Harding was an American politician who served as the 29th president of the United States from 1921 until his death in 1923. A member of the Republican Party, he was one of the most popular sitting U.S. presidents. After his death, a number of scandals were exposed, including Teapot Dome, as well as an extramarital affair with Nan Britton, which tarnished his reputation.
Portrait, c. 1920
Harding's home in Marion, Ohio
Harding c. 1919
Harding begins his front porch campaign by accepting the Republican nomination, July 22, 1920.
