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Gerald R. Ford: The 38th President of the United States

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Gerald R. Ford, born in 1913 in Omaha, Nebraska, served as the 38th President of the United States after his election on August 9, 1974. A Republican, he was notable for being the only president not elected to the office either as president or vice president. A star football player and a good student at Grand Rapids High School, Ford turned down an NFL contract to pursue a law degree. He is remembered for being the first sitting president to visit Japan. Ford passed away on December 26, 2006.

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Gerald R. Ford: The 38th President of the United States

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  1. Gerald R. Ford 38st president by: Aaron

  2. Introduction • Born:1 913 in Omaha, Nebraska • Died: 2006,December 26 • Election: August 9, 1974 • Political Party: Republican

  3. Family Slide • His wife was Elizabeth Bloomer. • He had four children Michael, John, Steven and Susan. • His parents were divorced and he moved to Grand Rapids with his mom. • No pets.

  4. Education • He went to Grand Rapids High School. • He was a good student there. • He was also a star football player on his team.

  5. Election • His Vice President was Nelson. • He was not elected for President.

  6. Fun Facts • He was the first president to visit Japan • Only president who did not win election to office vice president or president. • He turned down a NFL contract to study law.

  7. Works Cited • Fact Monster.com • Gunderson, Magan. Gerald Ford: 38th President of the United States. 2009. • World Book Kids

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