Who Was Richard Nixon?

About this book

Learn more about Richard Nixon--one of Americas most unpopular presidents and the only one to resign from the position. On August 8 1974 millions sat stunned as they watched Richard Nixon on TV when he announced he was stepping down as the President of the United States. Hed participated in a scandal that included secret tape recordings a burglary and a cover-up and now his secrets and lies were catching up to him. How could Nixon a man who had been reelected in a landslide victory just two years earlier now be leaving office in disgrace? Author Megan Stine takes readers through President Nixons life--from his childhood and military experiences during World War II--to his long political career and the Watergate scandal that tarnished his legacy and deepened Americans mistrust of the government.