John
Branch Resigns Post as Secretary of the Navy Over Peggy O'Neale Controversy
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John Branch
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JOHN
BRANCH
Sixth Territorial Governor (August
11, 1844)
When John Branch's wife, along with the other wives of cabinet members,
refused to recognize John Eaton's wife Peggy O'Neale socially, it caused
a sandal that resulted in the resignation of President Andrew Jackson's
entire cabinet.
Later, in 1844 Branch was appointed Governor of Florida by President
John Tyler.
Before serving as Secretary of the Navy, Branch served in North Carolina
as a State Senator, Governor, and United States Senator.
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