Proof Chester A. Arthur Pimped It Harder Than You

Nicknamed “The Dude President,” America’s 21st prez was actually a total baller.

1. SIZZURP ON THE SLY: The walnut desk Arthur used when he was quartermaster general of New York state during the Civil War had hidden slotted side compartments that held a few cases of wine.

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2. LIKE A BOSS: As president (1881-85), Arthur reportedly arrived late, enjoyed long lunches, and regularly took three-day weekends.

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3. COUTURE-LEVEL FLOW: Arthur reportedly owned 80+ pairs of trousers and changed pants several times a day.

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4. HISTORY CHANNEL CRIBS: He redecorated the White House to look more “French.”

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5. WHAT’S THAT JACKET: After winning the vice presidency in 1880, Arthur famously celebrated by purchasing more than $700 (the equivalent of $15,000 today) in blazers and suits during a Brooks Brothers shopping spree.

GET IT, GURL.

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6. BACK TO MY BEYONCES: As he took office a widower, Arthur rapidly became Washington’s most eligible bachelor, and his social life became the subject of many rumors. Four young women reportedly proposed to Arthur on his last day in office.

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7. CATFISH FRIED UP: His favorite meal was mutton chops paired with a glass of ale. A friend said he “could carry a great deal of wine and liquor without any manifest effect other than greater variety of speech.”

8. CALL THE PAPARAZZI ON MYSELF: Like a true baller, Chester A. Arthur told nosy journalists who inquired about his lady stable: “I may be president of the United States, but my private life is nobody’s damned business.”

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9. And finally, look at that facial hair. DAAAAANG.

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