Name: War of 1812
Duration: 190
Description: James Madison is considered to be the "Father of the Constitution," but it was the War of 1812 that ultimately defined his presidency.

James Madison is considered to be the "Father of the Constitution," but it was the War of 1812 that ultimately defined his presidency.

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James Madison is considered to be the &#8220;Father of the Constitution,&#8221; but it was the War of 1812 that ultimately defined his presidency.

War of 1812

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