Key Facts
- Term
- 1853--1857
- Party
- Democratic
- Vice President
- William R. King
- First Lady
- Jane Pierce
- Home State
- New Hampshire
- Born
- 1804
- Died
- 1869
Biography
Pierce signed the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, leading to "Bleeding Kansas."
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Signed the Kansas-Nebraska Act (1854)
- Negotiated the Gadsden Purchase from Mexico (1853)
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1852 | Winfield Scott | 254-42 | +6.9% |
Did You Know?
- Pierce recited his 3,319-word inaugural address entirely from memory.