oct 12, 1824 - John Quincy Adams becomes president (Corrupt Bargin)
Description:
Alleged deal between presidential candidates John Quincy Adams and Henry Clay to throw the election, to be decided by the House of Representatives, in Adams’ favor. Though never proven, the accusation became the rallying cry for supporters of Andrew Jackson, who had actually garnered a plurality of the popular vote in 1824.Added to timeline:
Date:
oct 12, 1824
Now
~ 201 years ago