James Madison was an American statesman, diplomat, politician, and Founding Father who served as the fourth president of the United States from 1809 to 1817. Madison was popularly acclaimed the "Father of the Constitution" for his pivotal role in drafting and promoting the Constitution of the United States and the Bill of Rights. Other than that, his presidency was notable for taking place during the War of 1812, and he secretly supported the Brotherhood of Assassins during these times.