US President

James Madison

James Madison Jr. was a Founding Father and the 4th President of the U.S., known as the "Father of the Constitution" for writing/promoting it.

James Madison
Age
85
Birth Date
March 16, 1751
Death Date
6/28/1836
Life Range
(1751-1836)
Zodiac
Pisces
Born
United States
Height
5′ 4″

About

James Madison was the 4th President of the United States and one of the Founding Fathers of the nation. He is best known for his critical role in the drafting of the Constitution of the United States and his advocacy of a strong federal government. He also wrote the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the Constitution.

James Madison Timeline

1751
James Madison is Born
On March 16, 1751, James Madison was born in Port Conway, Virginia.
1771
Graduates From Princeton University
James Madison graduated from what is now Princeton University.
1787
Drafts the US Constitution
Madison played a key role in drafting and promoting the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
1809
Begins Presidency
Madison became the fourth President of the United States, serving two terms from 1809 to 1817.
1812
Declares War on Britain
President Madison led the US into the controversial War of 1812 against Britain.
1836
Passes Away
James Madison died at his tobacco plantation in Virginia.

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James Madison was the fourth President of the United States and one of the founding fathers of the US Constitution. He was born on March 16, 1751, and passed away on June 28, 1836, at the age of 85. He is best known for his political contributions, including his pivotal role in ratifying the US Constitution and his contributions to the Bill of Rights.