The First Wives Club: A History of the Presidents Wives

The First Lady is more than just the President's wife. Throughout history, the First Lady has served as a hostess, adviser, confidante, and partner. While some are more well-known than others, each First Lady has brought her own unique style, personality and flair to the White House since 1789. Some have been idolized, some despised, while others have simply been forgotten and ignored. Regardless of their standing in the history books, each First Lady has made some impact, despite how involved they were in each administration. Here is a look at the country’s First Ladies and how they changed history.