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When vice-president Gerald Ford became president due to the resignation of President Nixon, Ford, acting in accordance to the procedure for filling a vacancy in the vice-presidency, nominated Rockefeller for the position and Congress confirmed the appointment.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoNixon resigned as president, making Vice-president Ford the president and creating a vacancy in the office of vice-president, In accordance with the 25th amendment, Ford nominated Rockefeller for vice-president and the Congress confirmed his appointment. Rockefeller had been a popular governor of New York and a leader in the Republican party for many years,
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∙ 14y agoUnder Section two of the 25th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, Rockefeller was nominated by President Gerald Ford, and confirmed by both houses of Congress, in 1974.
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How many wives did Nelson Rockefeller have?
Three
Who was vice president 1975?
Nelson Rockefeller (born July 8, 1908 in Bar Harbor, Maine; died January 26, 1979 in Manhattan, New York) succeeded Gerald Ford as the forty-first Vice-President of the United States, serving between December 19, 1974 and January 20, 1977, including the whole of 1975.
Which of these statements best characterizes nelson Rockefeller?
He became vice president upon the resignation of a president. A+LS
Which Vice presidents were left handed?
Henry Wallace, Gerald Ford, Nelson Rockefeller, and George Bush. Harry Truman was ambidextrous.
When was the only time that neither the president or the vice president were elected?
1974-77. Gerald Ford and Nelson Rockefeller had both been appointed under the provisions of the 25th Amendment.
What is the birth name of Nelson Rockefeller?
Nelson Rockefeller's birth name is Rockefeller, Nelson Aldrich.
Who are Nelson Rockefeller's children?
nelson rockefeller children
When was This Nelson Rockefeller created?
This Nelson Rockefeller was created in 1988-02.
When was Nelson A. Rockefeller born?
Nelson A. Rockefeller was born on July 8, 1908.
What is Nelson A. Rockefeller's birthday?
Nelson A. Rockefeller was born on July 8, 1908.
What party was Nelson Rockefeller in?
Nelson Rockefeller was a member of the Republican Party.
What was Nelson Rockefeller's learning disability and how did it affect his life?
Nelson Rockefeller had dyslexia
What nicknames did Nelson Rockefeller go by?
Nelson Riddle went by Nels.
How is Jay Rockefeller related to Nelson Rockefeller?
His father John D. Rockefeller III was the brother of Nelson Rockefeller so it makes him his uncle.
What year did Nelson Rockefeller die?
Nelson Rockefeller died on January 27th, 1979.
How old was Nelson A. Rockefeller at death?
Nelson A. Rockefeller died on January 26, 1979 at the age of 70.
Who is the richest vice president in the us?
Nelson Rockefeller was the most noted for his wealth.
