John Tayler

Time in Office: John Taylor served as the Governor of New York for a very short time, from February 24, 1833, to December 31, 1833. That's less than a year!

How He Became Governor: Taylor didn't win an election to become governor. He was actually the Lieutenant Governor and became governor when the previous governor, William L. Marcy, resigned.

Political Party: Taylor was a member of the Democratic-Republican Party, which was one of the major political parties in the early years of the United States.

Background: Before becoming governor, Taylor had experience in politics. He served in the New York State Assembly and was also a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.After Being Governor: After his short time as governor, Taylor went back to being Lieutenant Governor when the new governor was elected.

Fun Fact: John Taylor holds the record for the shortest term as Governor of New York!