Was John Jay An Important Figure In American History?

Question

If so, for what reasons?

Answer 1

Yes - see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Jay

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Answer 2

Yes, he was the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. He was minister (ambassador) to Spain and France during and after the American Revolution. He helped Alexander Hamilton and James Madison write the Federalist Papers. To help avert war with Birtain in 1794 he negotiated a treaty that bears his name the Jay Treaty.

Answer 3

As president of the Continental Congress and as Chief Justice, his postions alone would say he is an important figure.

I would say his most important work for the country would have to be as ambassador to France and Spain, vital in securing alliances, and also his work in suing for peace with Britain. All of this allowed the fledgling nation to settle and grow in a peaceful foreign policy.

Answer 4

Yes,not only was he Chief Justice of the Supreme Court,but he defined one of the most famous cases brought before the Supreme Court (Madison vs. Marbury).