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Born
James Monroe was born in Westmoreland County, Virgina -
James Monroes father
James Monroes father died and James soon enrolled at Virginas college of William and Mary. -
Married
Married to Elizabeth Kortright. -
The Era of Good Feelings
The Democratic-Repuplicans defeat the Federalists with very little trouble. -
Sworn into presidency
James Monroe was sworn into presidency. -
The Adams-Onis Treaty
The Adams-Onis Treaty of 1819 was signed, stating that Spain gave Flordia to the United States. In return the United States gave up its claim on Texas and took up the responsibility for $5 millon of the United States citizens' claims against Spain. -
Missouri Compromise
An agreement that was passed in1820 between the pro-slavery and the anti-slavery factions in the United States congree. -
The second term
James Monroe started his 2nd term. -
"Monroe Doctrine"
Monroe formally announced to Congress what would become known as "Monroe Doctrine" -
Death
James Monroe died in New York, New York -
