When was John C. Breckinridge born and where did he enter the world?
John Cabell Breckinridge entered the world on the 16th of January 1821 at Thorn Hill near Lexington in Kentucky.
Questions about John C. Breckinridge
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How old was John C. Breckinridge when he became vice president of the United States?
Thirty-six-year-old Breckinridge took office on the 4th of March 1857 as the youngest vice president in U.S. history.
Why did the U.S. Senate expel John C. Breckinridge from his seat in December 1860?
The U.S. Senate expelled him by a vote of 36 to 0 on December 4 because a resolution stated he joined enemies of his country.
What role did John C. Breckinridge play during the Battle of Shiloh on the 6th of April 1862?
Breckinridge formed the Confederate rearguard after General Joseph E. Johnston died during the fighting that day.
Which battle did John C. Breckinridge win with cadets and troops on May 15 1864?
Confederate forces defeated 6,300 federal troops at New Market on May 15 while about 4,800 men including 261 cadets fought Sigel.