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Dolley Madison, the fourth First Lady of the United States, is widely remembered as the most lively of the early First Ladies. Despite her Quaker roots, she was outgoing, energetic, fun-loving, and kind. As a prominent entertainer and hostess, she helped shape the role of First Lady and served as the model for every future First Lady to come.
Dolley’s social events helped build early Washington society, while allowing her to wield considerable political influence. When British forces invaded Washington and burned the White House on August 24, 1814, Dolley was forced to flee.
Apr 3, 2014 · Abolitionists. Dolley Madison is best known as the wife of United States President James Madison, who served from 1809 to 1817. Updated: Apr 23, 2021. Getty Images. (1768-1849) Who Was...
When Dolley Madison Took Command of the White House. It is thanks to the first lady that the famous Stuart painting of George Washington survived the British army’s invasion of D.C. in August...
About The White House. First Families. Dolley Payne Todd Madison, one of the best known and loved First Ladies, was the wife of James Madison, the fourth President of the United States...
Wikimedia Commons. Title First Lady of the United States. War & Affiliation War of 1812 / American. Date of Birth - Death May 20, 1768-July 12, 1849. One of the most intriguing women to emerge from the pages of American history is Dolley Madison, the wife of America's fourth president, James Madison. Long before the term ‘first lady’ was ...
Jul 18, 2013 · July 18, 2013. Dolley Madison. 1804. Credit. Gilbert Stuart/White House Historical Association. Much more so than her predecessors, Dolley Madison embraced the role of First Lady as we think of it today. In fact, she pretty much created it, setting the bar upon which all later First Ladies have been judged.
