16 Required Figures for APUSH

Founding Father known for his contributions to science, invention, and diplomacy during the American Revolution.

English-American political activist and philosopher who wrote influential pamphlets like "Common Sense" and "The Rights of Man".

First President of the United States and key military commander during the American Revolution, known as the "Father of His Country".

Second President of the United States and Founding Father who played a key role in the American Revolution and drafting the Declaration of Independence.

Third President of the United States and Founding Father known for drafting the Declaration of Independence and advocating for individual rights.

Fourth President of the United States and author of the US Constitution, strong advocate of individual rights and religious freedom.

Founding Father and first Secretary of the Treasury, key figure in shaping early American economic policy.

Seventh President of the United States known for the Indian Removal Act and opposition to the national bank.

American statesman known for his role in developing American economic policy, particularly tariffs and internal improvements.

16th President of the United States known for his leadership during the Civil War and efforts to end slavery.

American social reformer who co-founded Hull House in Chicago, advocating for peace and women's rights.

28th President of the United States known for leadership during World War I and efforts to establish the League of Nations.

32nd President of the United States known for leadership during the Great Depression and World War II, creator of the New Deal.

36th President of the United States known for civil rights efforts and major social welfare legislation.

Civil rights leader known for advocating nonviolent resistance and delivering the "I Have a Dream" speech.

40th President of the United States known for promoting free-market capitalism and tough stance against the Soviet Union.