James Monroe

5th U.S. President

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Practical, traditional, and organized. Likely to be athletic. Not interested in theory or abstraction unless they see the practical application. Have clear visions of the way things should be. Loyal and hard-working. Like to be in charge. Exceptionally capable in organizing and running activities. “Good citizens” who value security and peaceful living.

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James Monroe was an American statesman who served as the fifth President of the United States from 1817 to 1825. Monroe was the last president who was a Founding Father of the United States and the last president from the Virginian dynasty and the Republican Generation.

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Quotes by James Monroe

In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, not does it comport with our policy so to do. It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we resent injuries or make preparation for our defence.

By the last returns to the Department of War the militia force of the several States may be estimated at 800,000 men - infantry, artillery, and cavalry.

I have great satisfaction in stating that our relations with France, Russia, and other powers continue on the most friendly basis.

To impose taxes when the public exigencies require them is an obligation of the most sacred character, especially with a free people.

A little flattery will support a man through great fatigue.

National honor is the national property of the highest value.

By these purchases the Indian title, with moderate reservations, has been extinguished to the whole of the land within the limits of the State of Ohio, and to a part of that in the Michigan Territory and of the State of Indiana.

The principles and passions of men are always the same and lead to the same result, varying only according to the circumstances in which they are placed.

It is the knowledge that all men have weaknesses and that many have vices that makes government necessary.

A king without power is an absurdity.

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