28 June 2011

He was the second U.S. president to be photographed.

Born before Independence in 1767, photographed at age 78 in 1845.  Those who don't recognize him will find his identity at Historical Indulgences.

And the first one to be photographed was... (see the comments)

8 comments:

  1. Nate RothJune 28, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Actually, John Quincy Adams was. Thus concludes my most obscure nugget of history knowledge.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Quincy_Adams

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  2. The Weaving OneJune 28, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    A man with a mixed legacy, but I've always been fascinated by him. Someday, when you have the time, you should read Wellington's correspondence concerning Jackson and his tactics at New Orleans - the British General sacrificed in that campaign was Wellington's brother-in-law, Bertie Pakenham (the Brits considered a courtmartial post-mortem for the loss). I'm sorry, but I'm not having any luck with google to get you a citation...

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  3. MinnesotastanJune 28, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I'm finding some links under "Edward Michael Pakenham." Bookmarked for later.

    Thanks.

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  4. MinnesotastanJune 28, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Thank you, Nate. I've corrected the post. :.)

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  5. SteveJune 28, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    C'mon, smile for the camera! Who's a loveable old ethnic cleanser? Yes you are!

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  6. BarbwireJune 28, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Looks like Andy is lacking choppers.

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  7. AnonymousJune 29, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    "Those who don't recognize him" should use an ATM more.

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  8. AnonymousJuly 4, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    lots of hair for an old guy

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