Obituaries

== James Monroe studied law in the College of William and Mary. He had to end his studies and go fight in the Revolutionary War, but continued his studies under Thomas Jefferson. He greatly admired Thomas Jefferson. He read every book about law that Jefferson advised him to read. When James Monroe faced an issue, he would talk about it with Jefferson until he solved it. James Monroe was a good friend. Thomas Jefferson said that you could tell James Monroe anything and he would keep it a secret. Jefferson also said, "A better man cannot be,” Another time he said, "Turn his soul wrong side outwards and there is not a speck on it." When James Monroe had to make a decision, he would ask experts and get their opinions before he made a final decision. He always tried to see from different people’s points of view and always tried to be fair. By doing this, he was able to befriend those who opposed him. == == James Monroe had a great influence on America, even though he was not a very clever. He helped the country grow and become stronger. His famous Monroe Doctrine helped us feel secure in times of fear. He was a soldier in the war that lead to our independence. He was a patriot. ==
 * James Monroe, fifth president of the United States of America, died July 4, 1831 in New York City of heart disease and tuberculosis **** . **