James Monroe Bobblehead - Royal Bobbles (RB1195)
Features
- Crafted of high quality resin
- Approximately 8.5" tall
- Hand painted
James Monroe (1758-1831) was the 5th president of the United States, serving from 1817 to 1825. A Founding Father and member of the Democratic-Republican Party, Monroe is best known for the Monroe Doctrine, which declared that the Western Hemisphere was closed to further European colonization—an enduring cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy. His presidency, known as the "Era of Good Feelings," was marked by national unity and economic growth following the War of 1812. Monroe helped negotiate the Louisiana Purchase and supported westward expansion. Domestically, he oversaw the Missouri Compromise, which temporarily eased tensions over slavery. A veteran of the American Revolution and a skilled diplomat, Monroe is remembered as a symbol of early American nationalism and steady leadership.
