James Madison papers, 1781-1847.

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Creator

Madison, James, 1751-1836.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 2 linear feet (5 boxes).

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of correspondence, documents and notesof the Federal Convention of 1787. General correspondence,1781-1839, of Madison concerns the American Revolution, intelligence reports, political events, slavery, and domestic and family affairs. Anonymous letters, 1801-1835,mainly dispute Madison's political stands. Letters, 1809-1847, to his wife, Dolley Madison, pertain to domestic andsocial issues. Also, transcription of notes Madison took as the chief recorder of the proceedings of the Philadelphia Convention of 1787.

Biographical/Historical Note

James Madison (1750-1836) was the fourth president of the United States.

Controlled Access Terms

• Madison, James, 1751-1836.
• United States. Constitutional Convention (1787)
• Constitutional conventions -- United States.
• Espionage, American.
• Slavery -- United States.
• United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783.
• United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1865.
• United States -- Social life and customs -- 1783-1865.
• Presidents.

Additional Creator Name

• Madison, Dolley, 1768-1849.