William R. King

thumb|William R. King William Rufus deVane King (April 7, 1786 – April 18, 1853) was a U.S. representative from North Carolina, a senator from Alabama, and the thirteenth vice president of the United States. Quotes GENTLEMEN: Before the Senate adjourns, I desire to return my thanks for the very kind and complimentary resolution unanimously passed on Saturday last, and to assure the Senate that so long as I shall have the honor of continuing Presiding Officer, my highest ambition will be to retain the personal regard and confidence of my colleagues. In pursuance of the resolution adopted on Saturday last, I now declare the Senate adjourned sine die The Congressional globe, 33rd United States Congress (1853-04-11) External links William King William R. King Category:Members of the United States Senate Category:Members of the United States House of Representatives Category:1786 births Category:1853 deaths Category:Democratic Party (United States) politicians Category:Vice Presidents of the United States Category:United States Ambassadors to France Category:LGBT people Category:Politicians from North Carolina Category:Politicians from Alabama Category:Presidents pro tempore of the United States Senate