Biography · vice president of the United States from 1913 to 1921

Thomas R. Marshall

1854 · 1925

Years lived
71
Photos
25
Thomas R. Marshall portrait

Born

March 14, 1854

North Manchester, United States

Died

June 1, 1925

Washington, D.C., United States

Known for

vice president of the United States from 1913 to 1921

Thomas R. Marshall (1854–1925) was United States best known for vice president of the United States from 1913 to 1921.

Thomas Riley Marshall (March 14, 1854 – June 1, 1925) was an American lawyer, politician, and the 28th Vice President under Woodrow Wilson. He is remembered for his wit, his refusal to forcibly assume presidential powers during Wilson's incapacitation, and for his famous quote about a "good five-cent cigar."

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  • When did Thomas R. Marshall die?

    Thomas R. Marshall died on June 1, 1925 in Washington, D.C., United States, at the age of 71.

  • Where was Thomas R. Marshall born?

    Thomas R. Marshall was born in North Manchester, United States on March 14, 1854.

  • What is Thomas R. Marshall best known for?

    Thomas R. Marshall is best known for vice president of the United States from 1913 to 1921.

  • How old was Thomas R. Marshall when they died?

    Thomas R. Marshall was 71 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Thomas R. Marshall?

    Thomas R. Marshall was from United States.

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