What did James Buchanan do after he retired?

Answer 1

After his presidency, James Buchanan returned to his home, Wheatland, which is located in Lancaster, PA. There, in 1866, Buchanan published Mr Buchanan's Administration on the Eve of the Rebellion, the first published presidential memoir, in which he defended his actions; the day before his death he predicted that "history will vindicate my memory."

Answer 2

Buchanan retired to his home in Lancaster, PA and generally kept a low profile. He served on the board of trustees for Franklin and Marshall College. He wrote a book defending his administration as president.

Answer 3

He retired to his home in Lancaster, PA and kept a low profile until in died. He wrote a book on his administration and served on the board of the local Franklin and Marshall College.