Death Summary: James Madison died at the age of 84 in Montpelier, Virginia. No official cause of death was ever given, but it should be noted that Madison suffered from chronic arthritis and bilious fever for many years.

Who was James Madison : Madison was the fourth President of the United States, and a founding father of the country. Madison is also said to be the “Father of the Constitution”, as he was the principal author.

His political career began in the House of Representatives, and worked alongside President George Washington.

In the early 1800s Madison was serving as Secretary of State for Thomas Jefferson, supervised the Louisiana Purchase.

As President, Madison led the nation into the War of 1812 against Great Britain to fight for our economic rights.

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