Titles by Fisher Ames

1758 – 1808

Fisher Ames (1758 – 1808) was a Congressional representative from Massachusetts. He was a leader in the Federalist party and opposed Jeffersonian democracy. He was a lawyer who was known for his oratory skills.

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