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The Ficklin family, spanning three generations, served thirteen U.S. Presidents, from Franklin Roosevelt to Barack Obama. Starting as a water boy in the Confederate forces, James Strother Ficklin, the patriarch, rose to become a successful farmer and father of ten. His son, Woodson, began as a dishwasher at the White House and ascended to head butler, overseeing state events for multiple Presidents. Wrory, Woodsons son, followed in their footsteps, working with the National Security Council. Their story, chronicled in Wrorys book, showcases resilience and significant contributions to American history.

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