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He was born Albemarle County, Virginia.
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He married Martha Wayles Skelton.
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He succeeded Benjamin Franklin as minister to France.
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He wrote a bill establishing religious freedom.
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He was Secretary of State.
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Candidate for President,He came within three votes of election.
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He was elected president.
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He had the opportunity to take territory from Napoleon.
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He retired in Monticello.
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He died in Monticello.
