Tyler and Fillmore were both prominent American politicians in the 19th century. Tyler was the 10th President of the United States, serving from 1841 to 1845, while Fillmore was the 13th President, serving from 1850 to 1853. Both men were members of the Whig Party, a political party that existed in the United States from 1833 to 1856. The Whig Party was a major force in American politics during this period, and Tyler and Fillmore were two of its most influential members.