John C. Breckinridge was the 14th Vice President of the United States from 1857-1861. He became the second vice president to be accused of treason when he served as a Confederate general during the Civil War.
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November 12, 2025 | Key Takeaways from Oral Arguments in Court’s Controversial Voting-Rights Case
John C. Breckinridge was the 14th Vice President of the United States from 1857-1861. He became the second vice president to be accused of treason when he served as a Confederate general during the Civil War.