Chester Alan Arthur
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Definition
Proper noun: - The 21st President of the United States: Chester Alan Arthur was an American politician who served as the 21st President of the United States from 1881 to 1885. He assumed the presidency after the assassination of President James A. Garfield, having been elected as Vice President.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Chester Alan Arthur succeeded to the presidency in 1881.
- The Chester Alan Arthur administration is noted for the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act.
Advanced Usage
- Historical references often use his last name, Arthur, to refer to his presidency or policies.
- The Arthur presidency marked a shift toward civil service reform.
Variants and Related Words
- President Arthur: A common shortened reference.
- Chet Arthur: An informal historical nickname.
Synonyms
- 21st President of the United States: His official title.
- President Arthur: A common synonym in historical texts.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- "Arthurian presidency": A term occasionally used by historians to describe the era or policies of his administration.
- The Arthurian era was a transitional period in American politics.
Noun
- elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)