James A. Garfield’s vice president was Chester A. Arthur.

Quick Scoop

  • James A. Garfield was the 20th president of the United States, serving in 1881.
  • His vice president, Chester A. Arthur, later became the 21st president after Garfield’s assassination.
  • Arthur had been chosen as Garfield’s running mate partly to balance party factions within the Republican Party.

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