Who was Henry Wilson's presidential running mate in 1872?
Ulysses S. Grant
Andrew Johnson
Rutherford B. Hayes
James A. Garfield
Answer
Henry Wilson was the Republican Party's candidate for Vice President in the 1872 election. He was paired with Ulysses S. Grant, who was running for his second term as President. The Republican ticket was successful, and Grant was re-elected. Wilson served as Vice President from 1873 to 1875, when he died in office.
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