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Introduction
Henry Clay was one of America's most famous men. He was born in Virginia and then moved to Kentucky. He was elected into state legislaure and then Senate for two terms. He was then elected speaker in the House of Represenatives. His most famous speech was the "Missouri Compromise." Then after, he ran for presidnet, but lost.
Bibliography
"Henry Clay: Biography of Henry Clay." History, Mythology, Ben Franklin, latin Translations, Earthquakes... 22 Mar. 2011. Web. 22 Mar. 2011. <http://www.sacklunch.net/biography/C/HenryClay.html>
American National Biography Dictionary of American Biography, The Yale Biography Dictionary of American Law, Clay, Henry. The Papers of Henry Clay, 1797-1852. Edited by James Hopkins , Mary Hargreaves, Robert Seager II, Melba Porter Hay et al. 11 vols. Lexington University Press of Kentucky, 1959-1992; Remini, Robert V. Henry Clay: Statements for the Union. New York. W.W. Norton Co., 1991 http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=c000482
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For Additional Information:
http://www.u-s-history.com/pages/h321.html
http://www.biography.com/articles/Henry-Clay-9250385
Interesting Facts
Was born in Hanover County, Virginia on April 12, 1777
Was immediately elected Speaker of the House
Wrote the "Missouri Compromise."
Ran for president but lost to General Jackson.
Died on June 29, 1852.
By: Makinzie Kellerman 8-fulk
last Updated: 3/22/11
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