CHESTER A. ARTHUR 21st President of the US Buschistory Presents – The Presidents

The Election President: Chester A. Arthur Number 21 VP - None 2. Political Party - Republican 3. Term of Office Who came before and after him, and what were their Political parties? James A. Garfield (Republican) preceded him and Grover Cleveland (Democrat) followed him. 5. Were there any unusual circumstances surrounding his ascent to the presidency? If so, describe the situation in specific detail. Arthur was James Garfield’s Vice President. Upon the assassination of Garfield Arthur became president.

The Office 6. Are there any catch phrases or terms specifically associated with this president? If so, list and explain them. None 7. When he left office, was it by: choice, defeat, natural death, assassination, or resignation. Explain your answer. He was not nominated by the Republicans in His reform attempts caused him to become alienated from the party

Domestic Issues and Events 1882 – River and Harbors Act (passed over Veto) $19M for internal improvements 1883 – Pendleton Civil Service Act, Time Zones (Railroads), Mongrel Act of 1883

Foreign Policy and Events 1882 – Chinese Exclusion Act ( 10 Years) - also renewed in 1892, 1902