What did President Zachary Taylor die of during his term?
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President Zachary Taylor, the 12th president of the United States, died of a severe stomach illness while serving in office. He fell ill after attending a July 4th ceremony and died five days later on July 9, 1850. The exact cause of his illness remains a mystery, with some historians speculating that he may have been poisoned.
President Zachary Taylor died on July 9, 1850, during his term in office. The exact cause of his death is uncertain, but it is believed that he may have contracted a gastrointestinal illness, possibly cholera or typhoid fever. His death came just 16 months into his presidency, and he was succeeded by Vice President Millard Fillmore.