James Monroe Fast Facts

James Monroe (1758-1831) was a true American Revolution hero. He was also a staunch anti-federalist. He was the only person to have served as the Secretary of State and War at the same time. He easily won the election of 1816 with 84% of the electoral vote. Finally, his name is forever immortalized in America's foundational foreign policy code: The Monroe Doctrine. 

Following is a quick list of fast facts for James Monroe.
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Birth:

April 28, 1758

Death:

July 4, 1831

Term of Office:

March 4, 1817-March 3, 1825

Number of Terms Elected:

2 Terms

First Lady:

Elizabeth Kortright

James Monroe Quote:

"The American continents . . . are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers. " - From the Monroe Doctrine
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Major Events While in Office:

• First Seminole War (1817-1818)
• Convention of 1818 (1818)
• Florida purchased from Spain - Adams-Onís Treaty(1819)
• Missouri Compromise (1820)
• Cumberland Road Bill (1822)
• Monroe Doctrine (1823)

States Entering Union While in Office:

• Mississippi (1817)
• Illinois (1818)
• Alabama (1818)
• Maine (1820)
• Missouri (1821)

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James Monroe Biography
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