Ancestry of
James Garfield
20th U.S. President
Who was James Garfield?
James Abram Garfield was the 20th President of the United States, serving from March to September of 1881. Born November 19, 1881 in Orange Township, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Garfield was a veteran of the Civil War and a member of the Republican Party. Before becoming president, Garfield served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and was known for his advocacy for African American rights. As president, Garfield attempted to reform the corrupt political machine known as the "Spoils System," but his presidency was cut short by an assassination attempt just four months into his term. Garfield died from his wounds several months later on September 19, 1881 at the age of 49. He is remembered for his dedication to public service and his efforts to bring about civil service reform.
Some of the most recently added connections of famous kin for James Garfield
Horatio Collins King
Medal of Honor Recipient
U.S. Civil War
7th cousin 1 time removed
via Richard Whitman
George Plimpton
Sports writer, Humorist, and Journalist
8th cousin 3 times removed
via Richard Whitman
Abigail Johnson
President and CEO of Fidelity Investments
7th cousin 4 times removed
via John Warren
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