On his Inauguration Day, William Henry Harrison reportedly wanted to show that he was strong enough to serve as president by delivering a very long speech without wearing a coat or hat. Several weeks later, Harrison became sick. One month after he was sworn-in, Harrison died. It was the first time in the country’s history that a president had died in office. For more on America's ninth president, go to http://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/americas-presidents-william-henry-harrison/3806092.html |