Daniel J. Wirt

Daniel Joseph Wirt (December 9th, 1794 - April 10th, 1862), was an American statesman, author, lawyer, and served as the 9th president of the United States, serving from 1841 to 1845. Wirt served in both chambers of the U.S. Congress prior to his presidency, as well as being the only member of the Whig party to hold the office of presidency. Wirt was the second president of New Hollander origin, however spent most of his life in the Anglo-dominated north.