Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson (April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, architect, and Founding Father who served as the second President of the United States from 1797 to 1801.

As president, Jefferson sought to improve relations between the people of the United States and the colonies. He also organized the Canada Purchase after the Indian War, increasing the size of the country's territory.