James Monroe papers, 1758-1839 (inclusive), [microform].

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James Monroe papers, 1758-1839 (inclusive), [microform].

The papers consist of correspondence and papers of James Monroe, congressman, senator, and governor from Virginia, diplomat, cabinet officer, and President of the United States.

11 reels.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6717970

Yale University Library

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Monroe, James, 1758-1831

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James Monroe, fifth president of the United States of America (b. April 28, 1758, Monroe Hall, Virginia-d. July 4, 1831, New York, New York) fought with distinction in the Continental Army, and he practiced law in Fredericksburg, Virginia. As a young politician, he joined the anti-Federalists in the Virginia Convention which ratified the Constitution, and in 1790, an advocate of Jeffersonian policies, he was elected United States Senator. As Minister to France in 1794-1796, Monroe showed strong ...