Lyndon B. Johnson, standing at an imposing 6ft 2 ½ (189.2 cm), leveraged his tall stature to project authority and dominance in American politics, often using his height in the famous 'Johnson Treatment' to persuade or intimidate colleagues.
As the 36th President of the United States from 1963 to 1969, his commanding 6ft 2 ½ frame symbolized the bold leadership behind key achievements like the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and the Great Society programs.
- Served as 37th Vice President under John F. Kennedy (1961-1963)
- Earlier career: U.S. Senator from Texas (1949-1961) and House Representative (1937-1949)