Zachary Taylor

Twelfth President of the United States

1849-1850

Location: Corner of 9th St. & St. Joseph St.

Sculptor: Lee Leuning and Sherri Treeby

Facts:

• He was elected president based solely on his reputation of being a war hero
• He had actually never voted in a presidential election before 1848, which was when he was elected
• As a military commander, he earned the nickname “Old Rough and Ready” for his attitude and willingness to fight alongside his men