He proved a formidable challenge as an anti-war candidate in the election of 1812 against James Madison.
This man rose to prominence as the lieutenant governor under Daniel D. Tompkins and eventually defeated Tompkins to win the governorship. He proved a formidable challenge as an anti-war candidate in the election of 1812 against James Madison. For 10 points, name this New York governor, best known for being the driving force behind the Erie Canal.
This man rose to prominence as the lieutenant governor under Daniel D. Tompkins and eventually defeated Tompkins to win the governorship.
DeWitt Clinton