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The presidency of James Monroe began on March 4, 1817, when James Monroe was inaugurated as President of the United States, and ended on March 4, 1825. Monroe, the fifth United States president, took office after winning the 1816 presidential election by an overwhelming margin over Federalist Rufus King.
- Early Years. James Monroe was born on April 28, 1758, in Westmoreland County, Virginia, to Spence Monroe (1727-74), a farmer and carpenter, and Elizabeth Jones Monroe (1730-74).
- The Virginia Politician. Following his military service, Monroe embarked on a career in politics. In 1782, he became a delegate in the Virginia Assembly and the following year was chosen as a Virginia representative to the Congress of the Confederation, America’s governing body from 1781 to 1789.
- A Leader at Home and Abroad. In 1794, President George Washington (1732-99) appointed Monroe as minister to France, in an effort to help improve relations with that nation.
- The 'Era of Good Feelings' In 1816, Monroe ran for president again, as a Democratic-Republican, and this time handily defeated Federalist candidate Rufus King (1755-1827).
Apr 24, 2024 · James Monroe (born April 28, 1758, Westmoreland county, Virginia [U.S.]—died July 4, 1831, New York, New York, U.S.) was the fifth president of the United States (1817–25), who issued an important contribution to U.S. foreign policy in the Monroe Doctrine, a warning to European nations against intervening in the Western Hemisphere.
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Learn about the life and achievements of James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States and the last Founding Father. Explore his role in the Louisiana Purchase, the Missouri Compromise, and the Monroe Doctrine.
Apr 2, 2014 · James Monroe fought under George Washington and studied law with Thomas Jefferson. He was elected the fifth president of the United States in 1817. He is remembered for the Monroe Doctrine,...
Dec 17, 2022 · April 28, 1758–July 4, 1831. James Monroe served as the fifth President of the United States from March 4, 1817, to March 4, 1825, during the Era of Good Feelings. James Monroe was the fifth President of the United States and is considered a Founding Father for fighting in the American Revolutionary War and serving as Governor of Virginia.
