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Jefferson was elected as vice president in 1796 because he finished second to John Adams in electoral votes. In those days, the second place finisher for president was made vice-president. Amendment 12 changed the voting process to have separate ballots for president and vice-president.
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Before Thomas Jefferson was President what did he do?
Thomas Jefferson was John Adams Vice President, before he was President.
Who was the vice president during Adams presidency?
Thomas Jefferson was the Vice President under President John Adams from March 4, 1797 to March 4, 1801.
Who was the second vice president?
Thomas Jefferson. He was Vice President during John Adams term.
Who was Americas second vice president?
Thomas Jefferson was the 2nd Vice President of the United States. He served under President John Adams. Jefferson went on to become the 3rd US President.
Thomas Jefferson's vice president in 1800?
Thomas Jefferson was the Vice President in 1800. He would become President the next year on March 4.
Did Thomas Jefferson have more than 1 vice president?
Yes, Thomas Jefferson had a different vice president for each of his 2 terms.
Did thomes Jefferson have a vice president?
No. Thomas Jefferson thought a vice president would try to take over.
How old was thomas Jefferson when he was vice president?
54
When was Thomas Jefferson elected vice president?
1796
Who had become vice president in 1796?
Thomas Jefferson
Who had became vice president in 1796?
Thomas Jefferson
Was Thomas Jefferson the first vice presidnt of the united states?
Thomas Jefferson was the second Vice President, yet he was the first Secretary of State.
