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Andrew Johnson became president upon the death of Abraham Lincoln in Lincoln's second term. Johnson, however, was not the vice-president in Lincoln's first term. That individual was replaced as runnning mate for 'political reasons' and thus lost the opportunity - realized when Booth killed Lincoln - to become president. Who was this man?

Hannibal Hamlin. Johnson, of course, had his own close call: he survived by only one vote the attempt to kick him out of office.

The crew of Apollo 13 is now famous for surviving a difficult journey into space. One astronaut was supposed to be part of the mission, but was held back at the last moment. Who was he?

Ken Mattingly. There was a concern about a possible health issue.

Roger Bannister became famous when he became the first to run a mile in under four minutes. One of his racing adversaries, almost had that distinction - but Bannister passed him in the final part of the race. Who was this man?

Chris Chataway. Coming in second led to obscurity.

This Indian chief made a sprint for the Canadian border in order to escape harsh conditions. He came close - but didn't get there. Who was he?

Joseph. Chief of the Nez Perce. 'I will fight no more forever'.

Aaron Burr came ever so close to becoming president, but came up short. Who became president instead?

Jefferson. Hamilton's role in the drama helped bring about his fatal duel with Burr.

Pitcher Bill Bevens took a World Series no-hitter into the ninth inning years before Don Larsen pitched his perfect game. He ended up losing the game. Which team did Bevens pitch for?

Yankees. Cookie Lavagetto got the big hit for the Dodgers.

Francis Drake, legendary sailor, explorer and adventurer, circumnavigated the world. Ferdinand Magellan's crew accomplished this feat previously - but Magellan failed to complete the trip. Why?

He was killed in combat. He got involved in some quarrels and conflicts among Indian tribes. It cost him his life.

This actor came close to appearing in a key role in the movie, 'The Wizard of Oz', but had to bow out at the last minute.

Buddy Ebsen. He had a reaction to some of the make-up that was being used.

Samuel J. Tilden almost became president as the problems with the popular vote vs. electoral vote system came into focus. Who won the election?

Rutherford Hayes. Shades of Gore vs. Bush.

This young man almost became world famous with the Beatles - but was replaced before their fame began. Who was he?

Pete Best. That must sting like hell.