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Thomas Jefferson | |
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| Born | 13 April 1743 Shadwell, Colony of Virginia, British America |
| Died | 4 July 1826 Charlottesville, State of Virginia, United States |
| Nationality | American |
Thomas Jefferson (13 April 1743 – 4 July 1826) was a Statesian lawyer, diplomat, and politician who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. Jefferson is notable for his Presidency, which involved the Louisiana Purchase, Indian removal, the First Barbary War, and the Embargo Act; as well as his role in authoring the United States Declaration of Independence. Before his Presidency, Jefferson had served as Governor of Virginia, Minister Plenipotentiary to France, Secretary of State, and Vice President.