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Old 02-03-2012, 08:23 AM
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Interesting fact: John Tyler became the 10th president of the United States in 1841 -- and today, incredibly, he still has two living grandchildren. Tyler, who lived from 1790-1862, had 15 children during his lifetime, making him the most prolific president. One of his children, Lyon Gardiner Tyler, born in 1853, fathered Lyon Gardiner Tyler, Jr. in 1924 and Harrison Ruffin Tyler in 1928, according to Sherwood Forest Plantation Foundation, the home of President Tyler. Both men -- Tyler's grandchildren -- are still alive.
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did they have any children or are they the last of the line? Interesting facts. wonder how many others have kids, gg kids from when they were in office.
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that is interesting
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Very interesting information! Thanks!
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Thank you for posting that!!! I read it the other day but managed to forget which President when I was trying to tell my husband!!!!
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I remember back in the 50's one of these guys was on "I've Got A Secret." Nobody guessed his (that Tyler was his grandfather).
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Interesting,these are the tid bits I like learning. Love learning fun facts about people.
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If Lyon, Sr. was born in 1853 and fathered Lyon, Jr, in 1924 that means he fathered his first child and 71 and his second at 75. WOW.
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hmmm that is interesting. neat to know
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very interesting. joyce j
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