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John Calhoun served as Secretary of State.
John Calhoun served as Secretary of State.
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The professional army established by John Calhoun played a significant role in the war with Great Britain.
The professional army established by John Calhoun played a significant role in the war with Great Britain.
False
John Calhoun was instrumental in establishing a professional army.
John Calhoun was instrumental in establishing a professional army.
True
The war with Mexico was sparked by John Calhoun's actions as Secretary of War.
The war with Mexico was sparked by John Calhoun's actions as Secretary of War.
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John Calhoun's role as Secretary of War had no impact on the war with Mexico.
John Calhoun's role as Secretary of War had no impact on the war with Mexico.
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John Calhoun's Impact on Warfare
- John Calhoun served as Secretary of War before his service as Secretary of State.
- Calhoun was instrumental in establishing a professional army.
- This professional army played a key role in the War of 1812 with Great Britain.
- Calhoun's time as Secretary of War is also linked to the beginning of the Mexican-American War.
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Test your knowledge of American history and John Calhoun's role as Secretary of War. Learn about his contributions to the establishment of a professional army and its significance in the war with Mexico.
