Elbridge Gerry (1744-1814)

(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.

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Letters

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.