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From Thomas Jefferson to John Bacon: 30 April 1803

Founding Father Thomas Jefferson

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Updated: November 1, 2023

From James Madison to Charles Pinckney, 27 November 1802 In this letter from James Madison to Charles Pinckney, Madison discusses the challenges faced in interactions with the Spanish Government, particularly regarding the violation of the Treaty of 1795. Madison emphasizes the significant implications this has on the Western citizens of the U.S., given the crucial

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From James Madison to Charles Pinckney: November 27, 1802

Oil painting portrait of James Madison against a dark background, depicted in a pale coat with a white cravat.

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Updated: November 1, 2023

From James Madison to Charles Pinckney, 27 November 1802 In this letter from James Madison to Charles Pinckney, Madison discusses the challenges faced in interactions with the Spanish Government, particularly regarding the violation of the Treaty of 1795. Madison emphasizes the significant implications this has on the Western citizens of the U.S., given the crucial

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Louisiana Purchase Treaty: April 30, 1803

Painting depicting Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, and Robert R. Livingston discussing the Louisiana Purchase treaty.

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Updated: October 31, 2023

Louisiana Purchase Treaty: April 30, 1803 The Louisiana Purchase, one of the most momentous land deals in U.S. history, took place in 1803 when the United States acquired approximately 828,000 square miles of territory from France. This vast region, stretching from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, doubled the size of the nation and

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Robert Livingston

Robert R. Livingston, Negotiator of the Louisiana Purchase

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Updated: November 2, 2023

Robert Livingston (1746-1813) WHO HE WAS: Robert R. Livingston was a prominent American lawyer, diplomat, and statesman. He served as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and was a key figure in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. Later, as the U.S. Minister to France, he negotiated the Louisiana Purchase, effectively

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