Thomas Jefferson
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Thomas Jefferson
Biography
Thomas Jefferson worked with President George Washington to advocate that the nation's capitol be situated on the banks of the Potomac. His sketch of a layout for the federal city is the oldest known plan of Washington, DC, and he shared his ideas with many of the early planners and architects of the city, including L'Enfant, Hoban, and Latrobe. He was the first president to serve entirely in Washington, DC, and he used the Ellipse and White House grounds for some of his scientific and agricultural experiments during his time in office.
Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence. He was the first Secretary of State (1790-1793) and third President of the United States (1801-1809). Learn more about Jefferson from the website of his plantation, Monticello.
Date of Birth
04/13/1743
First Name
Thomas
Last Name
Jefferson
Source
Image from the Independence National Historical Park Collection, via National Portrait Gallery.
Coverage
1800-1829
Spatial Coverage
Shadwell, Virginia
Date Submitted
07/04/1826
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Politician
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Creator
Thomas Jefferson
topic
building the mall
design & monuments
politics & protest
presidents