Key Facts
- Term
- 1929--1933
- Party
- Republican
- Vice President
- Charles Curtis
- First Lady
- Lou Henry Hoover
- Home State
- Iowa
- Born
- 1874
- Died
- 1964
Biography
Hoover won the presidency in 1928 but the stock market crashed seven months later.
Key Events & Accomplishments
- Stock market crashed in October 1929
- Signed the Smoot-Hawley Tariff (1930)
Election Results
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Al Smith | 444-87 | +17.4% |
Notable Quotes
“Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt.”
Did You Know?
- Hoover and his wife spoke Mandarin Chinese to each other in the White House.