Politician
Lyndon B. Johnson
Lyndon B. Johnson was born on August 27, 1908 in Stonewall, Texas. He was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives at age 29 and became Senate Majority Leader at 47.
Lyndon B. Johnson was born in 1908 and lived to age 65. Anyone born before 1908 is older than Lyndon. Anyone over 65 is older than Lyndon ever was.
Born
August 27, 1908
Stonewall, Texas
World pop: ~1.7B
Died
January 22, 1973
World pop: ~3.9B
Lyndon's age at death
65
Your age
20
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Lyndon's Life Timeline
Lyndon B. Johnson was born on August 27, 1908, in Stonewall, Texas. He grew up in a farming family and was deeply influenced by the struggles of rural life during the Great Depression. Johnson attended Southwest Texas State Teachers College, where he developed a passion for politics and public service, eventually becoming a teacher before entering the political arena.
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Johnson's political career began in earnest when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1937. He served as House Majority Leader and later became the youngest Senate Majority Leader in 1955. As President from 1963 to 1969, Johnson is best known for his ambitious domestic agenda, including the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the establishment of the Great Society programs aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice.
After leaving office, Johnson continued to influence American politics and society until his death on January 22, 1973. His legacy includes significant advancements in civil rights, education, and healthcare. Despite facing criticism for his escalation of the Vietnam War, Johnson's domestic policies have had a lasting impact on American society and continue to be a subject of study and debate.
Was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives
Lyndon B. Johnson was 29 years old when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. This marked the beginning of his long and influential political career, where he would advocate for various issues affecting his constituents and gain significant political experience.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 29 years old when he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1937. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became Senate Majority Leader
Lyndon B. Johnson was 47 years old when he became the Senate Majority Leader. This position allowed him to wield considerable power in the Senate and set the stage for his future legislative achievements, particularly in civil rights and social welfare.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 47 years old when he became Senate Majority Leader in 1955. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Assumed the Presidency
Lyndon B. Johnson was 55 years old when he assumed the presidency following the assassination of John F. Kennedy. His leadership during this turbulent time was pivotal in maintaining stability and continuity in the U.S. government.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 55 years old when he assumed the Presidency in 1963. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Signed the Civil Rights Act
Lyndon B. Johnson was 56 years old when he signed the Civil Rights Act into law. This landmark legislation prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, representing a significant achievement in the civil rights movement.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 56 years old when he signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Launched the Great Society programs
Lyndon B. Johnson was 57 years old when he launched the Great Society programs. This series of initiatives aimed to eliminate poverty and racial injustice, fundamentally reshaping American social policy and expanding the federal government's role in education and healthcare.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 57 years old when he launched the Great Society programs in 1965. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Died
Lyndon B. Johnson was 64 years old when he died on January 22, 1973. His passing marked the end of a significant era in American politics, and his contributions to civil rights and social welfare continue to be felt today.
Lyndon B. Johnson was 64 years old when he died in 1973. Are you older than Lyndon was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
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| 1908 | 0 | |
| 1909 | 1 | |
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| 1927 | 19 | |
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| 1932 | 24 | |
| 1933 | 25 | |
| 1934 | 26 | |
| 1935 | 27 | |
| 1936 | 28 | |
| 1937 | 29 | was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives |
| 1938 | 30 | |
| 1939 | 31 | |
| 1940 | 32 | |
| 1941 | 33 | |
| 1942 | 34 | |
| 1943 | 35 | |
| 1944 | 36 | |
| 1945 | 37 | |
| 1946 | 38 | |
| 1947 | 39 | |
| 1948 | 40 | |
| 1949 | 41 | |
| 1950 | 42 | |
| 1951 | 43 | |
| 1952 | 44 | |
| 1953 | 45 | |
| 1954 | 46 | |
| 1955 | 47 | became Senate Majority Leader |
| 1956 | 48 | |
| 1957 | 49 | |
| 1958 | 50 | |
| 1959 | 51 | |
| 1960 | 52 | |
| 1961 | 53 | |
| 1962 | 54 | |
| 1963 | 55 | assumed the Presidency |
| 1964 | 56 | signed the Civil Rights Act |
| 1965 | 57 | launched the Great Society programs |
| 1966 | 58 | |
| 1967 | 59 | |
| 1968 | 60 | |
| 1969 | 61 | |
| 1970 | 62 | |
| 1971 | 63 | |
| 1972 | 64 | |
| 1973 | 65 | died |
