James Madison

Early Career

Did Madison fight in the Revolutionary War?

No, Madison’s poor health precluded him from fighting in combat. He did serve in various positions during the Revolutionary War, however, including as a colonel in the Orange County militia and as a member of a local group known as the Committee of Safety. He also tirelessly advocated on behalf of independence.



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