Thomas Jefferson
The 3rd president of the U.S. served from 1801-1809 and is one of the founding fathers. Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence and set up the Louisiana Purchase with France, doubling United States territory. Jefferson was a strong advocate for religious freedom and tolerance for all, but failed to advocate for equal justice.
Thomas Jefferson
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Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman was in office from 1945 until 1953, and was the 33rd president of the United States. The World War I army veteran became president just after World War II ended. Truman is the only president who has ever used nuclear weapons, and the president who used his veto power the most…180 times!
Harry S. Truman