George Washington’s False Teeth
One of the most well-known presidents in American history, George Washington, is known for many things. One interesting fact about him that not everyone knows is that he had false teeth! In fact, his dentures were made from a combination of human and animal teeth, including hippopotamus ivory. While it may seem strange to us today, this was actually quite common during his time period.
Abraham Lincoln’s Assassination Attempts
Another fascinating president who has captured the hearts and minds of Americans is Abraham Lincoln. Did you know that there were several attempts on his life before he was ultimately assassinated? One attempt occurred just months into his presidency when an unstable man tried to shoot him while he was walking through Baltimore. Another attempt happened later in his term when he was almost poisoned by a woman who wanted revenge against the Union Army. Thankfully, both times he managed to escape without any serious harm.
John F. Kennedy’s Love for Jelly Beans
JFK was one of the youngest men ever elected as President of the United States, but did you know that he also had a sweet tooth? He loved jelly beans so much that he even had them delivered to the White House in bulk quantities. His favorite flavor was said to be lime, which is why they are still commonly associated with him today.
Ronald Reagan’s Hollywood Career
Before Ronald Reagan became President of the United States, he had a successful career in Hollywood as an actor. In fact, he appeared in over 50 films throughout his acting career. Some of his notable roles include playing a college football player in “Knute Rockne All American” and a rancher in “The Last Outpost.” Despite being a Democrat at the time, he eventually switched parties and went on to become one of the most beloved Republican Presidents in modern history.
Barack Obama’s Basketball Skills
While Barack Obama was President, he often spoke publicly about his love for basketball. In fact, he played regularly during his time in office and even hosted a pickup game with some of his staff members. However, what many people don’t realize is that he was actually quite skilled at the sport. During his high school years, he was reportedly good enough to receive recruitment offers from Division I colleges. Unfortunately, he chose instead to focus on academics and pursue a degree at Harvard Law School.
Donald Trump’s Miss USA Pageant Ownership
Finally, we come to our current President, Donald Trump. Many people already know that he owned the Miss Universe Organization, which includes the Miss USA pageant, but did you know that he bought the company specifically because of his interest in beauty pageants? In fact, he once famously stated that “I’ve always been interested in beauty contests,” adding that he thought they were “great.” This explains why he continued to host the Miss USA pageant even after becoming President.