Presidents' Day: Presidential Facts

Our Presidents' Day Sale is already in full swing, and this year you can do more than just shop to celebrate. A few presidential facts will come in handy at any party, and will truly impress your friends this Presidents' Day. Spout these facts while at the bar, while shopping a Presidents' Day Sale, or over a delicious and patriotic apple pie.

Are you a self-made man or a street-smart lady who skipped college? You're not alone! Eight of America's Presidents never attended college. George Washington, Andrew Jackson, Martin Van Buren, Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson, and Grover Cleveland all skipped formal higher education in favor of other pursuits.

Can you imagine the White House without a First Lady? The term "First Lady" wasn't actually used until 1849 when President Zachary Taylor used it to describe Dolley Madison at her funeral. There wasn't an official First Lady during James Buchanan's term (1857-1861); he was the only president to remain a life-long bachelor. His niece filled in, however, acting as hostess, advocacy spokeswoman, and style icon.

Do you need to impress your boss this year? Casually mention that Abraham Lincoln was the tallest president at 6'4''. Want to break the ice at your next family get-together? Start by letting everyone know that Kennedy was the youngest elected president at age 43, then throw a curveball by sharing the fact that Theodore Roosevelt was actually the youngest president at 42; he succeeded William McKinley after McKinley was assassinated.

Now that you're properly armed with a variety of presidential facts, check out the fun deals going on for our Presidents' Day Sale.