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Mother
Madisons' moms' name was Eleanor Conway Madiosn. For short people called her Nelly. -
Father
Ironically, his fathers name was James Madison Sr. He was a wealthy plantation owner. -
Religion
James Madison was Episcopalian/Deist. But most of his beliefs depended on what he was doing in government. -
Trivia
Madison was a very tiny man. He only weighed 100 pounds and was 5'4''. -
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He was the oldest of 12 children. Even though, he was the smallest -
Birth
James Madison was born on a plantation. It was called Belle Grove located in Port Conway, Virginia. -
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Education ~ Elementary
James Madison attended Donald Robertson Elementary school. After, he got private tutoring from Reverend Thomas Martin. -
Birth of Wife
Dolley Madison was born on May 20. She died July 12, 1849. -
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Education ~ College
Madison attended the College of New Jersey (Princeton). He studied the arts of government there. -
Occupation
James studied at in college the arts of government. Shortly after that, he became a lawyer. -
Political Party
James Madison was a Democratic-Republic. Even though he had many opinions in court about parties, he never spoke of them. -
Nicknames
James had two nicknames. "Great Little Madison", and "Father of the Constitution". -
Government Positions
Madison was also part of many other things. He was a member of the executive council, and Continental Congress. -
Government Occupations
Madison had many other positions in government. He was member of the Virginia Legislature. -
Fathers' Occupation
James father worked as a vestryman. He was a very successful planter. -
Programs and Laws
While in presidency, James came up with one plan and law that stood out from everything. It was the Virginia plan. It said that there will be three branches and one of those will be split to eliminate power. -
Constitution
James Madison wrote most of the constitution. When he signed it, he and George Washington were the only presidents to sign it. -
Marriage
James Madison married Dorthea Dandridge Payne Todd (Dolley Madison). Their marriage lasted until both passed. -
Date of Marriage
Madison and Dolley were wed in September. They stayed together until death. -
Parts of Office
In 1801 James' final play in office was secretary of state. He served that from 1801 to 1809. -
Vice Presidents
James Madison had two vice presidents. His first term vice president was George Clinton. His second term was Elbridge Gerry -
Trivia
James Madison won his election by a lot back then. He won by 175 votes. -
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Election
Madison was a very liked president. People wanted him to serve more, but it was and is against the law. He served for 8 years. -
Event
The U.S. was being controlled by Captain Decatur. Under his command they defeated Macedonia. -
Event
General Oliver Hazard Perry won a very important naval victory. It was on Lake Erie. -
Event
The British captured D.C. This brought more strife between the colonies and Britain. -
Event
Thomas Jeffersons' library was purchased to be the new Library of Congress. It was located in Philadelphia. -
Event
Indiana was admitted a state. It was the 19th state emitted. -
Cause of Death
The cause of his death was congestive heart failure. He died in his home estate. -
Burial
James was buried at his homes private cemetery. He was buried at 4:50 pm.
