William A. Wheeler

William A. Wheeler

William Almon Wheeler (June 30, 1819 – June 4, 1887) was a Representative from New York and the 19th Vice President of the United States (1877–1881).

Read more about William A. Wheeler:  Early Life and Career, Election of 1876, Vice Presidency, Retirement

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