The U.S. Presidents: Their IQ And Interesting Facts About Them

Published on 04/27/2022
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James K. Polk – 143.4

From 1845 to 1849, James K. Polk served as the 11th President of the United States. He had a 143.4 IQ score. His inauguration was the first in history to be broadcast live on television through the telegraph. The Mexican War was won by the United States under Polk’s leadership. During his presidency, the Mexican Cession of 1848 and the acquisition of Texas aided the United States in expanding its territory.

James K. Polk

James K. Polk

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William McKinley Jr. – 143.4

William McKinley Jr., the 25th President of the United States, had an IQ of 143.4 and served from 1897 to 1901. He served as the final president of the United States during the Civil War and also helped the US win the Spanish-American War. During his presidency, the United States saw substantial changes, with Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico all becoming territories. Despite doing little to assure that all Americans were treated properly, he was well-liked for his efforts to strengthen the economy.

William McKinley Jr.

William McKinley Jr.

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