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  1. Andrew Johnson (December 29, 1808 – July 31, 1875) was an American politician who served as the 17th president of the United States from 1865 to 1869. He assumed the presidency following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln , as he was vice president at that time.

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      The presidency of Andrew Johnson began on April 15, 1865,...

  2. Andrew Johnson (December 29, 1808 – July 31, 1875) was the 17th president of the United States from 1865 to 1869. Before becoming president, he was the 16th vice president of the United States from March to April 1865. He became president after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.

  3. May 9, 2024 · Andrew Johnson (born December 29, 1808, Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S.—died July 31, 1875, near Carter Station, Tennessee) was the 17th president of the United States (1865–69), who took office upon the assassination of Pres. Abraham Lincoln during the closing months of the American Civil War (1861–65).

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  4. Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Andrew Johnson, the 17th president of the United States who succeeded Abraham Lincoln and was impeached by Congress. Explore his early struggles, political rise, Reconstruction policies, and controversial legacy.

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    Oct 29, 2009 · Learn about Andrew Johnson, the 17th U.S. president who assumed office after Lincoln's assassination and was the first to be impeached. Explore his early life, political career, Civil War role and legacy.

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