Born
January 16, 1821
Lexington, United States
Died
May 17, 1875
Lexington, United States
Known for
vice president of the United States from 1857 to 1861
John C. Breckinridge (1821–1875) was United States best known for vice president of the United States from 1857 to 1861.
John Cabell Breckinridge (January 16, 1821 – May 17, 1875) was an American politician and military officer. He served as the 14th Vice President of the United States, the youngest in history, before becoming a Confederate general. His life reflected the deep divisions of a nation on the brink of civil war.
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John C. Breckinridge died on May 17, 1875 in Lexington, United States, at the age of 54.
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John C. Breckinridge was born in Lexington, United States on January 16, 1821.
What is John C. Breckinridge best known for?
John C. Breckinridge is best known for vice president of the United States from 1857 to 1861.
How old was John C. Breckinridge when they died?
John C. Breckinridge was 54 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was John C. Breckinridge?
John C. Breckinridge was from United States.
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