[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 178 (Thursday, December 3, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2886]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE 225TH BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY OF FORMER PRESIDENT ZACHARY 
                                 TAYLOR

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                            HON. ERIC CANTOR

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 3, 2009

  Mr. CANTOR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 225th 
birthday anniversary of former President Zachary Taylor. President 
Taylor was born in Orange County, Virginia, on November 24, 1784, to a 
family with a background in military service. His father, Richard 
Taylor, fought in the Revolutionary War, and Zachary followed in his 
footsteps in 1808 as he started a military career of his own. Zachary 
Taylor was personally appointed by his cousin James Madison to serve as 
a first lieutenant in the War of 1812, and he led many successful 
battles thereafter.
  Because of Zachary Taylor's military accomplishments, he achieved 
national recognition, and won the Whig Party nomination for President 
in 1848. Subsequently, he became the twelfth President of the United 
States, joining the ranks of presidents born in Virginia. As President, 
Taylor implemented an effective foreign policy, especially in regards 
to forming a strong alliance with Great Britain.
  Sadly, on July 4, 1850, after having served as President for only 
sixteen months, Zachary Taylor died unexpectedly. He served his country 
well both in the military and political fields. In honor of President 
Taylor, the United States Mint will be placing a Zachary Taylor coin 
into public circulation.
  Please join me in remembering the many outstanding contributions of 
President Zachary Taylor.

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