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From Revolutionary Soldier to American Statesman: Monroe Pre-Presidency Part One
Jan. 20, 2026

From Revolutionary Soldier to American Statesman: Monroe Pre-Presidency Part One

Year(s) Discussed: 1758-1787What does it take to rise from being a 16-year-old orphan to a central figure in the American founding? This episode explores the early leadership journey of James Monroe, a man driven by a profound aversion to "insignificance".We trace Monroe’s evolution from a …