James Monroe (Hamilton Lives)

James Monroe (April 28, 1758 – July 4, 1831) was an American politician, lawyer, and academic who served as the 5th President of the United States, from 1817 to 1821.

Madison's one-term in office is most noted for his attempt of reinvigorating the ideals of with downsizing the government, the military, and leaving certain issues for the states to decide. While initially intended for a good purpose, Monroe's policies ultimately became widely unpopular. With his veto of the, as well as the ensuing, the Federalists retook both houses of Congress and the Presidency in 1820 with the election of , ending Monroe's only term as President.