James Madison
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James Madison was the fourth President of the United States, serving from 1809 to 1817. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and is often referred to as the "Father of the Constitution."
The War of 1812 was a military conflict between the United States and the British Empire. It was primarily fought over maritime issues, with the United States seeking to defend its rights as a neutral country during the Napoleonic Wars and to stop British impressment of American sailors. The war ended in 1815 with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent.
The Treaty of Ghent was a peace agreement signed on December 24, 1814, in Ghent, Belgium, between the United States and Great Britain, ending the War of 1812. The treaty restored diplomatic relations between the two countries, returning all territories to their pre-war status quo and resolving many outstanding issues. The treaty did not address the causes of the war or make significant territorial gains for either side, but it effectively ended hostilities between the United States and Great Britain.