Princeton University
Princeton: The Constitutional Convention of 1787
Information about a group of nine delegates to the Constitutional Convention, all of whom had attended Princeton University. Explains Princeton's role in the convention, with longer biographical entries for three Princeton-education...
The History Place
The History Place: A New Nation (1784 to 1790)
This site from The History Place provides a timeline of American history between 1784 and 1790. Mentions many famous people and events of the era. Links to John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Adams, James Madison, the Constitution, Bill...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: The Federalist Papers
In the Federalist Papers, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay made the case for ratifying the new US Constitution.
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The Digital Montpelier Project
Developed from information gathered during the dramatic restoration of the Montpelier Mansion, the Digital Montpelier Project features three models tracing the Mansion's evolution from its initial construction in ca. 1764 through to...
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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]
Curated OER
American Writers: Thomas Jefferson & James Madison
An informational site on Jefferson & Madison. Includes general information about each one's life, works, and writings, including The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution. Also includes links to other sites.
Digital History
Digital History: Strengthening American Finances
Monetary woes followed the War of 1812. See how chartering a second Bank of the United States was a plan to get the United States back on a firm financial footing. Find out who opposed the bank.
Library of Congress
Loc: Portraits of the Presidents & First Ladies
A collection from the Library of Congress of formal and informal portraits of the US presidents and their first ladies.
White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association: The Presidents
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
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.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1808
Online resource that provides electoral data for the presidential election of 1808 won by James Madison.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1812
Online resource that provides detailed electoral data for the presidential election of 1812 won by James Madison.
270 To Win
270towin: 1812 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1812 easily won by James Madison.
270 To Win
270towin: 1808 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1808 easily won by James Madison. This election was the first of only two instances in American history in which a new President would be selected but the incumbent Vice...
Wisconsin Historical Society
Wisconsin Historical Society: James Duane Doty
James Duane Doty was a judge, a businessman, governor, and a Congressman in the early half of the 1800s. He led the push for Madison to become the capital city of Wisconsin.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Dolley Madison
Dorothea Payne Todd "Dolley" Madison (May 20, 1768 - July 12, 1849) was the wife of the 4th President of the United States, James Madison, and was First Lady of the United States from 1809 to 1817.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Madison
(1751-1836) US President 1809-1817
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Madison
(1751-1836) 4th President of the U.S.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Madison
The fourth President of the United States. He was co-author, with John Jay and Alexander Hamilton, of the Federalist Papers, and is traditionally regarded as the Father of the United States Constitution.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Dolley Todd Madison
The wife of President James Madison. She acted as First Lady of the United States of America while Thomas Jefferson was in office because he was a widower.
Digital History
Digital History: The Embargo of 1807
Thomas Jefferson tried to retain American neutrality in relations with France and Great Britain, who were at war with each other. Read about the Embargo Act and its effect on the American economy. See how other acts enacted in the...
Library of Congress
Loc: American Memory: Debates in Several State Conventions
Read the authentic notes on Virginia's selection of their delegates to the Federal Constitutional Convention. The transcript describes the nominations and the final tally - George Washington, Patrick Henry, Edmund Randolph, John Blair,...
Digital History
Digital History: The Constitution and Slavery
The issue of slavery was a contentious one during debates in the Constitutional Convention. Read about the various issues, the quotes of several of the delegates, and see how the word "slave" is not even mentioned in the Constitution....
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: Benjamin Franklin's Speech
From James Madison's notes, this speech is Benjamin Franklin's final speech of the Constitutional Convention.
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