William R. King
vice president of the United States from March to April 1853
William Rufus deVane King (April 7, 1786 – April 18, 1853) was a U.S. representative from North Carolina, a senator from Alabama, and the thirteenth vice president of the United States. Excluding John Tyler and Andrew Johnson — both of whom ascended to the presidency — he was the shortest-serving person to occupy that office (45 days, see List of vice presidents of the United States by time in office).
William R. King | |
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13th Vice President of the United States | |
In office March 4, 1853 – April 18, 1853 | |
President | Franklin Pierce |
Preceded by | Millard Fillmore |
Succeeded by | John C. Breckinridge |
Personal details | |
Born | Sampson County, North Carolina | April 7, 1786
Died | April 18, 1853 Selma, Dallas County, Alabama | (aged 67)
Political party | Democratic |