William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States. Here are some key details about him:
- Born: 29 January 1843, in Niles, Ohio, United States
- Died: 14 September 1901, in Buffalo, New York, United States
McKinley served as President from March 4, 1897, until his assassination in September 1901. He was known for leading the nation to victory in the Spanish-American War, which resulted in the acquisition of territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.
Unfortunately, McKinley's presidency was cut short when he was shot by an anarchist, Leon Czolgosz, on 06 September 1901, during a public event in Buffalo. McKinley succumbed to his wounds on 14 September 1901. After McKinley's death, Theodore Roosevelt, the Vice President, assumed the presidency.
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