American politician (1807–1886) best remembered as the subject of a controversy over whether, as President Pro Tempore of the Senate, he technically served one day as U.S. President when Zachary Taylor declined to be inaugurated on the Sabbath. Though the unusual circumstances permanently muddied the truth of the situation, the legend of Atchison’s “tenure” has become an enduring fixture of American political folklore. Ink signature, “D. R. Atchison,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card affixed to a 7 x 5 sheet with an early descriptive caption. In very good condition, with toning, scattered soiling, and a few light spots. R&R COA. Featured collection item.
