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American Presidency Project

American Presidency Project: Election of 1836

For Students 9th - 10th
Online resource that provides detailed electoral data for the presidential election of 1836 won by Democratic nominee, Martin Van Buren.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: Martin Van Buren

For Students 9th - 10th
The White House's official site gives an overview of the life and presidency of the eighth President of the United States, Martin Van Buren. A black and white photo is included.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Martin Van Buren: Campaigns and Elections

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the election of 1836 where Martin van Buren won the election and continued the strength of the Democratic Party.
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Lesson Plan
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Examining Antebellum Elections

For Teachers 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This high school lesson plan has pupils look at data from the elections between 1824-1861 and the effect the two party system had on the outcomes.
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270 To Win

270towin: 1836 Presidential Election

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1836 easily won by Martin Van Buren against four other candidates.