Chester A. Arthur: the Unexpected President who Defined an Era
Words: 580 2179When discussing the presidents of the United States some figures seem to leap from the pages of history with the force of their legacies while others may seem more like footnotes. Chester A. Arthur the 21st president often falls into the latter category—but not for lack of impact. Ascending to the presidency under dramatic and unexpected circumstances Arthur's administration turned out to be surprisingly significant. Chester Alan Arthur was never meant to be president a sentiment he likely shared at […]
