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William Jennings Bryan Biography and Timeline

Follow William Jennings Bryan through 2 dated historical records for United States of America.

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William Jennings Bryan, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1896–1913Years on this page

1896

9 July 1896

Cross of Gold Speech

Presidential Candidate · Chicago · Politics / Democratic Party

Bryan condemns exclusive gold monometallism and campaigns for free silver coinage.

1913

Secretary of State

Secretary of State · Government / Democratic Party Government

Appointed Secretary of State

Role range: 1913-1915

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