Chester A. Arthur was the president who came after James A. Garfield.

Direct answer

  • James A. Garfield, the 20th U.S. president, died on September 19, 1881, after being shot by Charles J. Guiteau.
  • His vice president, Chester A. Arthur, was sworn in and became the 21st president of the United States.

Quick facts about Arthur

  • Full name: Chester Alan Arthur.
  • Served as president from 1881 to 1885, completing the term after Garfield’s death.
  • Before becoming president, he was Garfield’s vice president and a Republican politician from New York.

Little historical note

  • Arthur took the oath of office in New York City shortly after Garfield died from his wounds.
  • Garfield’s assassination and Arthur’s succession helped renew focus on civil service reform and the end of the spoils system in national politics.

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