Birth of Edgar Allan Poe
Birth of Edgar Allan Poe
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1809 in United States of America
Explore 7 historical events and records for United States of America in 1809.
Historical records for United States of America in 1809
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Declaration of War
Madison declares war on Britain, in an attempt to gain Canada from the British
President of USA
Appointed President of the USA, 4th President
Rule of Canada
Madison declares war on Britain, in an attempt to gain Canada from the British
Secretary of State
Appointed Secretary of State of the
Vice President
Appointed Vice President of the USA
Vice President
Appointed Vice President of the USA
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