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Also Known As Chester Alan Arthur
Born October 5, 1829 • Vermont
Died November 18, 1886 (aged 57) • New York City • New York • (Anniversary in 5 days)
Title / Office presidency of the United States of America (1881-1885), United States • vice president of the United States of America (1881-1881), United States
Political Affiliation Republican Party • Stalwart
Notable Family Members spouse Ellen Arthur
Role In United States presidential election of 1880 • United States presidential election of 1884 • Chinese Exclusion Act

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