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title: James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President
author: Baker & Godwin
source: https://www.worldhistory.org/image/22199/james-buchanan-democratic-candidate-for-president/
format: machine-readable-alternate
updated: 2026-09-24
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# James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President
_Authored by Baker & Godwin_
## Image File
[](https://www.worldhistory.org/uploads/images/22199.jpg)
## Image Caption
*James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President of the United States*, print on wove paper by Baker & Godwin, c. 1856.
This campaign graphic depicts the Democratic presidential nominee James Buchanan framed by American flags and laurel branches, a symbol of [triumph](https://www.worldhistory.org/Roman_Triumph/) which presaged his victory in the 1856 election.
Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.
## Cite This Work
### APA
Godwin, B. &. (2026, September 24). James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President. *World History Encyclopedia*.
### Chicago
Godwin, Baker &. "James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President." *World History Encyclopedia*, September 24, 2026. .
### MLA
Godwin, Baker &. "James Buchanan, Democratic Candidate for President." *World History Encyclopedia*, 24 Sep 2026, .
## License & Copyright
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