Rutherford B Hayes

Rutherford B. Hayes, born in 1822 in Delaware, Ohio, was the 19th President of the United States. A lawyer and Union Army officer during the Civil War, Hayes served as the Governor of Ohio before his presidency. Known for his integrity and commitment to civil service reform, he won a contentious election in 1876. Hayes oversaw the end of Reconstruction and worked to reconcile the country after the Civil War. He also advocated for educational reforms and civil rights for African Americans. Hayes died in 1893, leaving a legacy of honesty and dedication to public service.