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Samuel J. Tilden: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Samuel Jones Tilden
Born February 9, 1814 • New York
Died August 4, 1886 (aged 72) • New York
Title / Office governor (1875-1876), New York
Political Affiliation Democratic Party
Role In United States presidential election of 1876 • Electoral Commission

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