William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, served from 1897 until his assassination in 1901. Born on January 29, 1843, in Niles, Ohio, McKinley was a Republican who led the nation during a pivotal time of economic growth and territorial expansion.Before his presidency, McKinley served as a congressman and the governor of Ohio. His tenure in the White House is best known for the Spanish-American War of 1898, which resulted in the U.S. acquiring territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, marking the emergence of the United States as a global power.McKinley’s domestic policies were characterized by his support for the gold standard and high protective tariffs, which he believed would foster American industry and economy. His leadership saw the nation return to prosperity after a severe economic depression.Tragically, McKinley’s second term was cut short when he was assassinated in September 1901, making his presidency one of the more dramatic chapters in American history.