James Monroe

1817-1825
"It is by a thorough knowledge of the whole subject that [people] are enabled to judge correctly of the past and to give a proper direction to the future." 

James Madison

1809-1817

"The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty." 

Thomas Jefferson

1801-1809
"When angry, count ten, before you speak; if very angry, a hundred."
 

Thomas Jefferson Biography

Thomas Jefferson was a draftsman of the Declaration of Independence and the third U.S. president (1801-09). He was also responsible for the Louisiana Purchase.

John Adams

"You will ever remember that all the end of study is to make you a good man and a useful citizen."

George Washington

"Associate yourself with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for 'tis better to be alone than in bad company."