Events with tag - Republican Party

February 17, 1800

Jefferson's Presidential Election

Thomas Jefferson's victory in the 1800 presidential election marked a pivotal moment in American history, resulting in the first peaceful transfer of power between opposing political parties and establishing key democratic principles.

March 4, 1809

James Madison's Inauguration

James Madison, one of America's Founding Fathers and key architect of the U.S. Constitution, takes office as the fourth President of the United States following a decisive electoral victory in 1808.

March 4, 1809

Madison's Inauguration

James Madison takes office as the fourth President of the United States in a ceremony at the Capitol Building, marking a significant transition in American leadership and continuing the Democratic-Republican control of the presidency.

March 4, 1817

Monroe's Presidential Inauguration

James Monroe's inauguration as the fifth President of the United States took place on March 4, 1817, at the Old Brick Capitol in Washington, D.C. This historic event marked the beginning of the 'Era of Good Feelings' and set the course for significant developments in American history.

November 4, 1856

Buchanan's Presidential Election

James Buchanan won the 1856 presidential election, becoming the 15th President of the United States during a critical period of sectional tension between the North and South over slavery and states' rights.

November 6, 1860

Lincoln's Presidential Election

Abraham Lincoln's historic election as the 16th President of the United States on November 6, 1860, marked a pivotal moment that led to the American Civil War. He secured 180 electoral votes and 39.8% of the popular vote in a four-way race, becoming the first Republican president without winning any Southern states.

November 6, 1860

Lincoln's Presidential Election Victory

Abraham Lincoln secured a historic victory in the 1860 presidential election, becoming the 16th President of the United States. Despite winning only 39.8% of the popular vote, he gained 180 electoral votes, defeating three other candidates in one of the most consequential elections in American history.

March 4, 1861

Lincoln's Presidential Inauguration

Abraham Lincoln took the oath of office as the 16th President of the United States during a period of intense national crisis, with seven Southern states already seceded from the Union. The inauguration marked the beginning of one of the most consequential presidencies in American history.

March 4, 1881

Garfield's Presidency and Assassination

James A. Garfield was inaugurated as the 20th President of the United States on March 4, 1881. His presidency was tragically cut short when he was shot by Charles Guiteau on July 2, 1881, and died from complications on September 19, 1881.

November 5, 1940

FDR's Third Term Victory

Franklin D. Roosevelt secured an unprecedented third presidential term victory in 1940, breaking George Washington's two-term tradition. He won with 54.7% of the popular vote and 449 electoral votes against Republican nominee Wendell Willkie during a critical period of World War II.

December 19, 1998

Clinton Impeachment

Bill Clinton became the second U.S. president to be impeached when the House of Representatives approved two articles of impeachment for perjury and obstruction of justice related to the Monica Lewinsky scandal.

November 7, 2000

2000 U.S. Presidential Election

The 2000 U.S. presidential election was one of the most controversial in American history, culminating in George W. Bush's victory over Al Gore after a 36-day legal battle over Florida's recount, ultimately decided by the Supreme Court with a 537-vote margin.

January 20, 2017

Trump Presidential Inauguration

Donald J. Trump was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States on January 20, 2017, becoming the first person without prior military or government service to assume the presidency. The historic ceremony took place at the U.S. Capitol, where Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office.