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Rutherford B. Hayes was an American lawyer, Union Army officer, and Republican politician who served as the 19th president of the United States from 1877 to 1881. The result of the 1876 presidential election was disputed, and Hayes took office after an Electoral Commission awarded him the contested electoral votes. The political settlement associated with his inauguration, commonly called the Compromise of 1877, coincided with the withdrawal of federal troops from the South and the end of Reconstruction.
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What was Rutherford B. Hayes's profession?
Rutherford B. Hayes was an American lawyer, Union Army officer, and Republican politician. His legal and military careers came before his presidency.
When was Rutherford B. Hayes president?
Hayes served as the 19th president of the United States from 1877 to 1881. He entered office after the disputed 1876 presidential election.
Why was the 1876 election disputed?
The result was contested, and an Electoral Commission awarded the presidency to Hayes. He then took office in 1877 rather than the election dispute being resolved by a simple uncontested count.
What political party did Rutherford B. Hayes belong to?
Hayes was a Republican politician and the Republican candidate involved in the disputed election of 1876. He served one presidential term, ending in 1881.
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