University of Groningen
American History: Presidents: James Madison
Included are James Madison's two inaugural addresses, his State of the Nation speeches, as well as other writings related to the Constitution. Of particular interest is his speech of 1812.
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Digital History
Digital History: Jeffersonians in Office [Pdf]
This is a great overview of both the Jefferson Administration and the Madison administration. Read about the Louisiana Purchase, trade problems, the War of 1812, and the downfall of the Federalists. A great resource. [pdf]
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Thomas Jefferson's Library Is Purchased
When the first Library of Congress was destroyed by the British, Thomas Jefferson offered his personal library as a replacement. This site presents a brief overview of these events, and includes photos and a portrait.
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Elbridge Gerry 1744 1814
This site from the University of Groningen provides information on the life and political career of Vice President Elbridge Gerry.
Digital History
Digital History: The War of 1812
The War of 1812 showed American military weakness in many ways, but the British lost anyway. Read about some of the major battles, the treaty that ended the war, and the battle that was fought after the treaty was already signed.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Benjamin W. Crowninshield
A portrait and biography of the fifth Secretary of the Navy, Benjamin Crowninshield.
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: The War of 1812
Multi-media module with multiple videos, links to learning resources and museums as well as activities for teachers and students who want to learn about the War of 1812.
Other
Colonial Hall: Elbridge Gerry
A detailed biography of Elbridge Gerry from a book by Rev. Charles A. Goodrich, written in 1856.
US Department of the Treasury
U.s. Department of the Treasury: George W. Campbell
A painting and description of Secretary of Treasury George Campbell's brief time in office.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: James Madison
The Rector and Visitors of the University of Virginia provides an extensive biography on the life of James Madison. Provides information about his life before and after the presidency as well as his policies on foreign and domestic...
Ohio Test Prep
Ohio Test Prep: Module 4: War of 1812
Learning module on the War of 1812 with video tutorial, interactive practice and review game, and assessment.
The White House
The White House: Presidents: James Madison
The official White House biography of James Madison, the father of the constitution.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: James Monroe: Life Before the Presidency
Scroll through this article on the events of James Monroe's life before he became President, to find information about his actions as Secretary of State and Secretary of War in James Madison's Cabinet.
US Navy
Navy Historical Center: Paul Hamilton 1762 1816
A short biography of the third Secretary of the Navy, Paul Hamilton.
US Department of the Treasury
Secretary of the Treasury: Albert Gallatin
View a portrait and read about the longest serving Secretary of the Treasury (1801-1814), Albert Gallatin.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: William Eustis
This site details all of the offices held by William Eustis and provides a portrait of him. From the 1992 version of the Secretaries of War and Secretaries of the Army book.
US Department of Justice
Attorneys General of the United States: Caesar A. Rodney
A short biography of Caesar A. Rodney, the Attorney General from 1807 to 1811.
US Department of Justice
Attorneys General of the United States: William Pinkney
A short biography of William Pinkney, the seventh Attorney General from 1811 to 1814.
US Department of Justice
Attorneys General of the United States: Richard Rush
A short biography of the eighth Attorney General of the United States, Richard Rush.
Digital History
Digital History: Protecting American Industry
A look at the imposition of high tariffs to protect American industry after the War of 1812 when the British flooded the American market with cheap goods.