A stroke happens when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot (ischemic stroke) or ruptures (hemorrhagic stroke). When this occurs, part of the brain no longer receives the oxygen it needs, and the tissue in that area starts to die.
In the summer of 1923, Warren Harding embarked on a cross-country tour of the United States to promote his policies. During the trip, the 57-year-old president became sick, and on August 2 he died of what was likely a heart attack (no autopsy was conducted) at a San Francisco hotel.
Over the years, Warren engaged in many fights with other local papers. He eventually married one of his enemy's daughters, Florence Kling DeWolfe. 1899: A political career Harding had gained a talent at public speaking, and he eventually ran for the Ohio State Senate. It was his first public office. 1903: A run for governor Harding announced that he would be running for governor.