Millard Fillmore (may 4, 1850 – nov 29, 1853)
Description:
A former U.S. Representative from New York, Fillmore was elected the nation's 12th Vice President in 1848, and was elevated to the presidency by the death of Zachary Taylor. He was instrumental in getting the Compromise of 1850 passed, a bargain that led to a brief truce in the battle over slavery.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 4, 1850
nov 29, 1853
~ 3 years and 6 months