James Monroe

Explore the Captivating Life of James Mornoe From plantation owner to diplomat to U.S. President, James Monroe was known for his tenacity in pursuing what he thought was right, while also being honored for his fair policies, such as the Monroe Doctrine and policies to develop the country's infrastructure. These traits were recognized in 1816, when the West African country of Liberia, changed its name to Monrovia, in honor of James Monroe. It serves as the only international capital named after a U.S. President, and only one of two capitals in the world named after a U.S. President-the other being Washington, D.C. This captivating history book covers topics such as:
His Early YearsThe Revolutionary WarEarly Political Career and Family LifeAmbassador to FranceJames Monroe: Slave OwnerThe Governorship & Return to FranceThe War of 1812The Fifth PresidentFirst Presidential TourSecond Presidential TourThe Era of Good Feelings ChallengedReelection and Building the CountryPost PresidencyAnd much more!So if you want to learn more about the remarkable life of James Monroe, click "add to cart"!