William Howard Taft was the 27th President of the United States, serving from 1909 to 1913. He was known for his efforts in trust-busting and for promoting the use of the federal government to regulate the economy. After his presidency, Taft became the only former president to serve as Chief Justice of the United States, a position he held from 1921 to 1930.
Taft was born on September 15, 1857, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a member of the Republican Party and was known for his large stature, which earned him the nickname 'Big Bill.' His presidency is often overshadowed by his predecessor, Theodore Roosevelt, and his successor, Woodrow Wilson.