As we prepare for the election of the next president of the United States, here at Atlas Obscura, we’re reflecting on the shocking stories of presidents and their partners. From sea slugs to first lady escapades, these are odd, interesting, and out-of-pocket details you probably didn’t learn in any high school history class. Explore the secrets of Oval Office desks past and present, find out what went down when Lyndon B. Johnson got stuck in an elevator, and peek at President William McKinley’s top-secret autopsy report. From Roosevelt to Resolute,…
