James Madison (1751-1836) was an American statesman and political theorist who played a pivotal role in the founding of the United States. As the fourth president of the United States, …

Mar 7, 2016 · Along with a look at Madison, whom Jennings describes as a temperate man who “always dressed wholly in black” and never owned more than one suit, the memoir also …

James Madison (March 16, 1751 [O.S. March 5, 1750] – June 28, 1836) was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the fourth president of the United …

In a modest effort to redress this Madisonian neglect, here are five things we should all know about America’s fourth president. 1. Madison stands behind only George Washington in his …

James Madison was the fourth president of the United States from 1809 to 1817. He is best known as the father of the Constitution for his leading role in shaping the document. Madison …

James Madison (1751-1836) is one of 23 presidents whose papers are held in the Manuscript Division of the Library of Congress. The Madison Papers consist of approximately 12,000 …

At his inauguration, James Madison, a small, wizened man, appeared old and worn; Washington Irving described him as "but a withered little apple-John." But whatever his deficiencies in …

Oct 29, 2009 · James Madison was a Founding Father of the United States and the fourth American president, serving in office from 1809 to 1817.

From a spirit of industry and application which he possesses in a most eminent degree, he always comes forward the best informed Man of any point in debate. The affairs of the United States, …

The Father of the Constitution, James Madison was a leading engineer of the Revolution and the fourth president of the United States. James Madison (1751 – 1836) was born into a prominent …