Key Facts
- Term
- 1889--1893
- Party
- Republican
- Vice President
- Levi P. Morton
- First Lady
- Caroline Harrison
- Home State
- Indiana
- Born
- 1833
- Died
- 1901
Biography
Harrison won the electoral college despite losing the popular vote to Grover Cleveland.
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Signed the Sherman Antitrust Act (1890)
- Admitted six new states in his first year
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 | Grover Cleveland | 233-168 | Lost popular vote by -0.8% |
Notable Quotes
“Great lives never go out; they go on.”
Did You Know?
- He is the only president who was the grandson of another president.