James monroe early life biography of deodato

James Monroe is a lesser-known Founding Father and the fifth president of the United States.

Early Life & Education

James Monroe was born on April 28, in Virginia. He was first educated by his mother between the ages of 11 and 16, and then was sent to study at Cambellton Academy.

When Monroe was sixteen years old, his father died leaving him their plantation and slaves.

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At that time, he began forming a close relationship with his Uncle, Judge Joseph Jones. That same year, Monroe enrolled in the College of William and Mary. In , he married Elizabeth Kortright.

The Continental Army

In the Spring of (Monroe was 17) he dropped out of college and joined the Continental Army.

Upon his arrival, due to his status as a plantation owner, he was positioned as an officer. In June that year, he and 24 men (all older than himself) raided the arsenal at Governor&#;s Palace. They successfully walked away with swords and muskets which were used to arm the Williamsburg Militia.

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