(Updated June 24, 2025)
Elbridge Gerry (1744-1814) was an American Founder who signed the Declaration of Independence, and served as the fifth Vice President of the United States under President James Madison.
Elbridge Gerry, To John Adams (January 25, 1778)
By the Smiles of divine Providence and one noble Exertion, I think We may give the Coup de Grace to his [King George III’s] project for enslaving America.
