Which US president served a single term, was a former military general, and was often associated with the Whig party despite having been elected as an independent?
- His presidency was marked by a high level of political infighting and disagreement.
- He was a war hero before becoming president but his time in office is considered by many to have been largely unremarkable.
- He became president due to a political deadlock and unexpected circumstances.
- His administration took place during a period of heightened national tension over slavery and westward expansion