The "golden" dollar honors Martin Van Buren, the eighth president and the first one to be born a United States citizen. He was born in 1782, six years after the Declaration of Independence; all ...

The rise and fall of Martin Van Buren In New York's Hudson Valley, in the village of Kinderhook, sits a lovely estate called Lindenwald, once home to Martin Van Buren.

Martin Van Buren allied himself with President Andrew Jackson, who in turn rewarded Van Buren with cabinet positions and the vice presidency.

However, when Van Buren was to be confirmed for the role, then Vice-President Calhoun voted against the appointment.

When sultans tried to give President Martin van Buren lavish gifts, he did what the Constitution requires and asked Congress what to do.

Martin Van Buren allied himself with President Andrew Jackson, who in turn rewarded Van Buren with cabinet positions and the vice presidency.