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1817 in United States of America

Explore 4 historical events and records for United States of America in 1817.

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Historical records for United States of America in 1817

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July

4 July 1817

Erie Canal Construction

Clinton, DeWitt · Rome · Governor of New York · Economy / Infrastructure

Clinton begins construction of the Erie Canal across New York State.

18 July 1817

President of USA

Monroe, James · President of USA · Government / Democratic Party Government

Appointed President of the USA, 5th President

Other events (month unknown)

1817

Secretary of State

Adams, John Quincy · Secretary of State · Government / Democratic Party Government

Appointed Secretary of State, to serve under Monroe

1817

Secretary of State for War and the Colonies

Calhoun, John Caldwell · Secretary of State for War and the Colonies · Government / Government of USA

Appointed Secretary of State for War

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