1. WILLIAM MCKINLEY 25th President of the US 1897- 1901 Buschistory Presents – The Presidents www.buschistory.net

2. The Election 1.President: William McKinley Number 25 VP - Garrett Hobart, Theodore Roosevelt 2. Political Party - Republican 3. Term of Office 1897-1901 4. Who came before and after him, and what were their Political parties? Grover Cleveland (Democrat) preceded him and Theodore Roosevelt (Republican) followed him 5. Were there any unusual circumstances surrounding his ascent to the presidency? If so, describe the situation in specific detail. The currency debate about Gold and Silver dominated the campaign. It wasn’t just by party, but region as well. Westerners pushed more for “soft” money, or more silver. Easterners stood firm on support for Gold. The Democrats nominate Populist William Jennings Bryan on a platform of soft money and his “Cross of Gold” speech is famous for its imagery. The much better financed and organized Republican Party allowed McKinley to win. Electoral Vote – McKinley 271, Bryan 176

3. The Office 6. Are there any catch phrases or terms specifically associated with this president? If so, list and explain them. The Splendid Little War. Great White Fleet 7. When he left office, was it by: choice, defeat, natural death, assassination, or resignation. Explain your answer. While attending the Pan American exposition in Buffalo he was shot by Leon Czolgosv and died on Sept. 14, 1901 shortly after the beginning of his second term.

4. Domestic Issues and Events 1897 – Dingley Tariff. Average tax rate of 46% 1900 – Gold Standard Act – All US currency was based on Gold. 1901- Assassination (September 6, 1901 – September 14, 1901)

5. Foreign Policy and Events 1898 – Hawaii Annexed 1898 – Spanish American War 1898 – Acquired Philippines, Puerto Rico, Guam, Platt Amendment for Cuba 1899-1900 – Open Door Policy and Boxer Rebellion