Chester A. Arthur

Location: Fairfield
Tag(s): Famous Vermonters
Historical Category: Government History
Video Date: 09/29/16

President Chester A. Arthur was born to an itinerant minister in Fairfield. He became president upon the death of James Garfield and was known for addressing governmental graft and redecorating the White House.

 

This Place in History is produced in partnership by Local 22 & Local 44 (www.mychamplainvalley.com) and the Vermont Historical Society.

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