James Madison

Definition

James Madison was an American statesman, diplomat, expansionist, philosopher and Founding Father who served as the fourth president of United States from 1809-1817. He is hailed as "Father of Constitution" for his pivotal role in drafting and promoting U.S constitution and Bill Of Rights.

Related terms

Founding Fathers: The leaders who established constitution during independence struggle against British rule including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson etc.

Bill Of Rights: First ten amendments made in US constitution that guarantees civil liberties like freedom of speech etc.

Constitutional Convention: Meeting held in Philadelphia between May 25 to September 17, 1787 where constitution of United States was drafted.