Garret Hobart
Garret Augustus Hobart (June 3, 1844 – November 21, 1899) was the 24th vice president of the United States from 1897 until his death in 1899. He was the sixth vice president to die in office. Before becoming vice president, Hobart was a well-known New Jersey businessman and politicial operative.
Garret Hobart | |
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 Hobart in 1896 | |
| 24th Vice President of the United States | |
| In office March 4, 1897 – November 21, 1899 | |
| President | William McKinley |
| Preceded by | Adlai E. Stevenson |
| Succeeded by | Theodore Roosevelt |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Garret Augustus Hobart June 3, 1844 Long Branch, New Jersey |
| Died | November 21, 1899 (aged 55) Paterson, New Jersey |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jennie Tuttle Hobart (1869–1899, survived as widow) |
| Relations | George S. Hobart (nephew) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Rutgers College |
| Profession | Lawyer |
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| Nickname(s) | Gus |
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