Samuel Huntington was a Signer of the Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation. He also served as President of the Continental Congress and Governor of Connecticut.
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7 Important Events In James Monroe's Life
James Monroe was one of the few Founding Fathers (and people in general) who achieved the office of President of the United States of America.
Thomas Wharton Evacuates Pennsylvania's Government
Thomas Wharton, Jr was the first President of Pennsylvania and led his Government out of Philadelphia when the British Occupation of Philadelphia began.
John Quincy Adams' Role in the American Founding
John Quincy Adams had an astonishing political and diplomatic career that spanned decades and accomplished much during the formative years of the Early Republic.
Balancing the Power of Treaties - Federalist #75
In Federalist #75 Alexander Hamilton refutes arguments against the method by which treaties are created under the Constitution.
An Energetic President - Federalist #70
In Federalist #70 Alexander Hamilton discusses the need for a single, powerful President.
Four Days as President - Henry Middleton Informs London of a Boycott
Henry Middleton was President of the First Continental Congress for four days in October of 1774.
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney - The First Presidential Candidate to Lose an Election
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney held many important positions throughout the American Revolution. This article is about his least notable position.
James Madison
This is a brief overview of the life of James Madison. He had, perhaps, a greater contribution to American Government then any other person.
John Adams
John Adams was, quite literally, part of the Revolution from the very beginning. He was publishing articles against British taxes by the early 1770's.
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson first came to note among the other Founders when he published A Summary View of the Rights of British America. In it he discussed the right of people to govern themselves.
George Washington
George Washington first came to prominence during the French and Indian War. By the onset of the American Revolution, Washington had established himself as one of the best known officers in the colonies.