
John C. Calhoun
Person
John C. Calhoun (1782–1850) was an American statesman, vice president, senator, and prominent defender of slavery and states’ rights. His legacy has been widely reassessed because of his role in advancing pro-slavery ideology.

Person
John C. Calhoun (1782–1850) was an American statesman, vice president, senator, and prominent defender of slavery and states’ rights. His legacy has been widely reassessed because of his role in advancing pro-slavery ideology.