James Madison
4th President
Born: 1751 Died: 1836 Served: 1809 - 1817

Vice-President George Clinton
Political Party Democratic-Republican
College Princeton
Occupation Lawyer
Birthplace Port Conway, Virginia
Place of Burial Montpelier, Virginia

Pop Quiz Facts

* 1808: Elected president over Federalist candidate C.C. Pinckney.
* 1810: Supports Congressional removal of ban on trade with Britain and France.
* 1812: War of 1812 with Britain begins.
* 1812: Wins reelection.

Interesting Facts

* He was the first president to wear trousers rather than knee britches.
* "The Star-Spangled Banner" was written during his presidency by Francis Scott Key.
* Madison was the first president to face enemy fire, during the War of 1812.
* At 5 feet, 4 inches, he was our shortest president.
* His widow, Dolley, in 1844 sent the first personal message by Morse telegraph.

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