Elbridge Gerry

Elbridge Thomas Gerry (pronounced /ˈɡɛri/) (July 17, 1744 – November 23, 1814) was an American statesman and diplomat. As a Democratic-Republican he was selected as the fifth Vice President of the United States of America, serving under James Madison, from March 4, 1813, until his death a year and a half later. He was the first Vice President not to run for President of the United States. Gerry was one of the signers of the US Declaration of Inde... more

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  • Jul 17, 1744

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  • Nov 23, 1814 (age 70 years)

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  • 5

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The 5th Vice President of the United States

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George Clinton

George Clinton (July 26, 1739 – April 20, 1812) was an American soldier and politician, considered one of the Founding Fathers of the United States....

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Daniel D. Tompkins

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  • Mar 4, 1789
  • Mar 3, 1793
  • Jun 10, 1810
  • Mar 4, 1812
  • 1813
  • 1814
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