GERALD RUDOLPH FORD, JR
1913 - 2006
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From 1974 until 1977, Gerald was the 38th president of the United States.

Jerry was a wee bit clumsy and loved sports. Originally called Leslie Lynch King, Jr. he changed his name when his mother re-married.

In World War II, Gerald fought in the South Pacific.

When President Nixon's vice president Spiro T. Agnew had to resign, Gerald took his office. When the president himself resigned, Gerald became president without election.

Gerald Ford granted Nixon full pardon, which ticked some people off. He kept Nixon's staff as far as possible, including Henry A. Kissinger.

Evil characters tried to assassinate Gerald twice, but Gerald's Secret Service was on top of things both times.

He was married to Elizabeth Anne Bloomer. They had four children.

Jimmy Carter became 39th president of the United States.

Check the US Election Map 1796 - 1968.

Check Governments in History Chart.