Today marks the 227th birthday of our 8th president, Martin Van Buren. President Van Buren served from 1837 to 1841 and was known as the “The Little Magician.” He is quoted as saying that the two happiest days of his life were assuming the office of President and surrendering the office of President. To learn more, click on these links:
White House: Biography of Martin Van Buren
American President: Martin Van Buren
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