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James Buchanan

This engraving of President James Buchanan was produced by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Prior to his presidency, Buchanan served in the United States House of Representatives and the Senate, was secretary of state under presidents James K. Polk and John Taylor, and served as an ambassador. He was president from March 4, 1857 until March 4, 1861.
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Bureau of Engraving and Printing
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Print
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Bureau of Engraving and Printing
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