Florence Harding

1860–1924 (age 64)

First Lady

Biography

Florence Harding, the First Lady (1860–1924), shared her husband’s public life while bringing warmth, hospitality, and a dedication to veterans and community welfare to the White House and beyond.

Her legacy at the Harding Tomb honors a compassionate partner who sought to support President Harding’s vision for a country healing from war and striving for renewed unity.

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Warren G. Harding
1865–1923 (age 58)
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