This undated photo shows Zachary Taylor, 12th President of The United States. He held the office from March 4, 1849 until July 9, 1850. Known as "Old Rough and Ready", Taylor had a 40 year military career in the US Army. At one time, he lead his troops to several victories of critical battles during the Mexican-American War. In 1848, he was recruited by the Whipp Party to be their nominee in the upcoming presidential election. On July 9, 1850, Zachary Taylor died in office at the age of 65. The cause of death was gastroenteritis from having consumed rotten cherries and spoiled milk.
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