Monroe, James

A political leader of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries; a leader of the Democratic-Republican party. He was president from 1817 to 1825, between James Madison and John Quincy Adams . He issued the Monroe Doctrine in 1823, supporting the independence of Spain 's colonies in America. The Missouri Compromise was reached in his presidency.

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Compared to other presidencies of that time, Monroe's administration was relatively free of quarrels between Americans. His time in office has been called the Era of Good Feeling.

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James Monroe, from the State of Virginia, attended, and took his seat.

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James Monroe was received as minister from the United States.

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James Monroe is one of the most unlucky diplomats in American history.

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At this school began his acquaintance with James Monroe, who was then one of Mr. Campbell's pupils.

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James Monroe, fifth president of the United States, died, aged 73.

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