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On October 29, 1929 the stock market crashed in a global event known as "Black Tuesday" under the watch of this president.
Who was Herbert Hoover?
While Hoover wasn't explicitly responsible for the crash his handling of the crisis has earned him a place as one of the most notorious presidents in US history.
100
Before becoming president he served as the leader of the Continental Army and played a key role in the revolutionary war.
Who was George Washington?
Washington was appointed head of the Continental Army by the 2nd Continental Congress. This appointment was a revolutionary act against King George III, placing Washington in charge of the colonial forces, not as a British officer.
100
He was the first president to live in the white house.
Who was John Adams?
Adams and Jefferson both died on July 4,1826. Adams' famous last words were "Jefferson Still Lives" despite the fact that Jefferson had already died only a few hours earlier.
100
This first lady was the first to give birth while living in the white house.
Who was Jacqueline Kennedy O'nassis?
Jackie during the 1960 presidential election. Due to a high-risk pregnancy, she stayed off the campaign trail on doctor’s orders and worked from home, giving birth to her son on November 25, 1960, just weeks after her husband won the election.
100
This president helped establish the League of Nations following WWI.
Who was Woodrow Wilson?
Woodrow Wilson suffered a major stroke while in office, leaving him partially incapacitated for months—during which time his wife Edith Wilson quietly managed access to the president and many day-to-day duties.
200
He took over as president after the assassination of Kennedy, overseeing the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 64.
Who was Lyndon B. Johnson.
LBJ is considered one of the most consequential yet deeply polarizing U.S. presidents, often ranked highly for domestic policy but low for foreign affairs. He masterfully passed historic civil rights legislation, Medicare & Medicaid, and "Great Society" programs, yet his presidency was ruined by the escalating, unpopular Vietnam War.
200
Known for his height, this future leader was a skilled wrestler, and inventor - being the only US president to own a patent.
Who was Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was inducted into the wrestling hall of fame in 1992, having only one recorded loss out of 300 matches. He also held a patent for a device designed to lift boats over obstacles in water.
200
He was the first president to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
Who was Teddy Roosevelt?
Since Roosevelt won for mediating the end of the Russo-Japanese War, three other presidents have gone on to win this honor: Wilson, Carter, and Obama.
200
She is one of the most influential first ladies in history, advocating for human and women's rights and even holding all female press meetings in the white house.
Who was Eleanor Roosevelt?
As the first chair of the UN Commission on Human Rights, Eleanor Roosevelt established a framework for international human dignity and redefined the role of First Lady, championing civil rights, women's rights, and social justice throughout her life.
200
He served as our 18th president and was a Union General in the Civil War.
Who was Ulysses S. Grant?
Grant first appeared on the $50 in 1913. Before that various officials appeared on the note such as Lincoln's secretary of state William H. Seward.
300
He took over as president after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and presided over the turbulent early years of Reconstruction following the Civil War.
Who was Andrew Johnson?
Lincoln was a Republican while Johnson was a lifelong Democrat. Chosen as VP to symbolize Unity, its the only time in history a Republican and Democrat have run on the same major ticket.
300
Before serving as president, he served as a sidekick to a Chimpanzee named Bonzo.
Who was Ronald Reagan?
Reagan was a Hollywood personality long before becoming president and earned his position with his sharp wit and charisma, often improvising jokes during his campaign. Win one for the Gipper.
300
He was the first black president in the US, making history upon winning his role as Commander and Chief.
Who is Barack Obama?
Did you know Barack Obama is one of only two presidents with Grammy Awards. He and Carter both received the accolade for audio recordings of their books.
300
This first lady is known for urban and roadside beautification by championing for the Highway Beautification Act of 1965
Who was Lady Bird Johnson
Her given name was Claudia Alta, receiving her better known nickname from a childhood maid who used to say she was "Pretty as a Lady Bird". The nickname stuck for life.
300
He Appears on the US $20 bill
Who was Andrew Jackson?
Andrew Jackson famously distrusted banks and worked to dismantle the national bank—making it deeply ironic that his face now appears on the $20 bill.
400
This founding father (often called the author of the declaration of independence) was the head of our nation during the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.
Who was Thomas Jefferson?
Jefferson already had positive relations with France having served as the US minister to France from 1785 to 1789. Fearing that Napoleon’s control of the Mississippi would threaten U.S. commerce, Jefferson sent envoys to Paris to buy New Orleans, but Napoleon, facing military failures in Haiti and needing funds, offered the entire territory.
400
Before becoming president, this future leader served as Supreme Allied Commander during World War II, overseeing the D-Day invasion.
Who was Dwight D. Eisenhower?
Dwight D. Eisenhower’s leadership during the D-Day invasion established the immense popularity and reputation that ultimately propelled him to the presidency in 1952. His status as a war hero allowed him to win a decisive victory with 55% of the popular vote.
400
He was the first president born in a hospital.
Who was Jimmy Carter?
Carter’s birth marked a turning point—every president since has been born in a hospital, reflecting modern changes in medicine and childbirth.
400
This first lady and revolutionary freed all 123 of her husband's slaves upon his death.
Who was Martha Washington?
George Washington willed his slaves to be freed upon Martha's death. Worried the slaves would revolt or attempt to assassinate her she freed them early.
400
Despite persistent rumors this president did NOT get stuck in a bathtub.
Who was William Howard Taft?
The rumor likely started from the fact that the white house did install a new larger tub in the white house during his presidency because the existing ones were a bit small and uncomfortable for Taft.
500
He was president during the Iran Hostage Crisis in 1980 losing re-election when the blame fell on him.
Known for his philanthropy he went on to perform humanitarian work long after his presidency.
Who is Jimmy Carter?
While Carter lost the presidency his actions and diplomacy ultimately resolved the 444 day iran histage crisis. But due to the hostages being released on Reagan's first day as president he often recieved credit.
500
He described himself as "kind of a sissy" as a child; he was doted on by his mother and was often left out of roughhousing because of his bad eyesight. Too poor to attend college, he made a living as a clerk, bookkeeper, and haberdasher before entering politics.
Who was Harry S. Truman?
Truman was an accomplished pianist who practiced daily in his youth and even played piano at the White House, once performing publicly with famous musicians.
500
He is the first (and only as of 2026) president to have never been married.
Who was James Buchanan?
Since Buchanan never married, his niece Harriet Lane took on the role of First Lady, one of only a small number who were not the president’s wife.
500
This first lady was the only one to also run for president, appearing on the ballots in 2016.
Who is Hillary Clinton?
Hillary Clinton received nearly 2.9 million more votes than Donald Trump, giving her the largest popular vote margin of any losing presidential candidate. Despite this she lost by a total 78 electoral votes.
500
He was the first president to be Photographed he received the honor in 1843.
Who was John Quincy Adams?
John Quincy Adams is the only former president to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives after leaving the presidency, where he became a fierce opponent of slavery (much like his father before him) and famously argued the Amistad case before the Supreme Court.