Definition
Zachary Taylor (1784-1850) was the 12th President of the United States, serving from 1849 until his death in 1850. He was a war hero, known as 'Old Rough and Ready' for his service in the Mexican-American War. Zachary Taylor advocated for preserving the Union, but his presidency was cut short. He represented a period of expansion and political tension in American history. Knowing his name indicates a familiarity with 19th-century U.S. history and the presidency.πΊπΈ