James Madison was a cousin of President James Madison who himself played a role in the American Founding.
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Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death - Patrick Henry Quiets the Room
What were the circumstances surrounding Patrick Henry’s famous speech?
Revolutionary Brethren - The Sons of John Mercer
John Mercer passed away just before the Revolutionary War began, but his sons became active participants in the American Founding.
John Heath - America's First Frat Boy
John Heath was the first American to create a fraternity in the Greek tradition currently common on college campuses.
The Midnight Ride of Jack Jouett
Jack Jouett was a lower ranked soldier who took a very important midnight ride during the American Revolution.
Dabney Carr Chooses His Burial Site
Dabney Carr was an excited Revolutionary who passed away young. and ended up being the first person buried in one of America’s most famous graveyards.
John Walker Helps Ease Native American Fears
John Walker was an important member of Virginia’s House of Burgesses during the Revolutionary War.
William Grayson - The First Senator to Die in Office
William Grayson holds the unfortunate distinction of being the first Senator to die in office.
Francis Otway Byrd Sacrifices Comfort For Country
Francis Otway Byrd gave up a comfortable life to serve as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Continental Army.
Thomas Jefferson Makes a Name For Himself
Thomas Jefferson first made a name for himself with the publication of A Summary View of the Rights of British America.
The Other Charles Lee - Attorney General of the Adams Administration
Charles Lee was the third Attorney General of the United States.
Peter Muhlenberg Starts A Society
Peter Muhlenberg began a Democratic-Republican Society, the first of many clubs to appear in support of Thomas Jefferson’s policies.
John Brown Nominates A State
John Brown was an inaugural member of the United States House of Representatives.
Martha Washington - The First First Lady
Martha Washington was the first First Lady of the United States.
Samuel Hardy Nominates A Minister
Samuel Hardy nominated Thomas Jefferson as Minister to France.
John Price Posey Hangs For His Crimes
Posey was hung for arson at a pivotal time in American history.
'Light Horse Harry' Lee Quells The Whiskey Rebels
Henry Lee was one of the most successful Continental Army leaders who never received the rank of General.
Gabriel And His Rebellion
Gabriel was an extraordinarily intelligent slave who organized a rebellion outside Richmond, Virginia.
Edmund Randolph Disappoints Washington
Despite refusing to sign the Constitution, Edmund Randolph was chosen by President Washington to be the first Attorney General of the United States.
Theodorick Bland Leads Prisoners Across The Colonies
Theodorick Bland was tasked with moving the ‘Convention Army’ of captured British soldiers from Boston to Charlottesville.