William Henry Harrison Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Henry Harrison.

William Henry Harrison was the 9th President of the United States serving for just 32 days in 1841, until his untimely death. Born in Virginia in 1773, Harrison had a distinguished military career and was known for his victory at the Battle of Tippecanoe during the War of 1812. Before his presidency, he held various political positions, including governor of the Indiana Territory. However, his tenure as president was cut short due to pneumonia, making him the first president to die in office. Despite his short time in power, Harrison's legacy lies in his military achievements and his role as a pioneer in American politics.

All the measures of the Government are directed to the purpo

All the measures of the Government are directed to the purpose of making the rich richer and the poor poorer.

William Henry Harrison

Government

There is nothing more corrupting, nothing more destructive o

There is nothing more corrupting, nothing more destructive of the noblest and finest feelings of our nature, than the exercise of unlimited power.

William Henry Harrison

Nature