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Madison County is a name used for many different places in the United States. If you look at a map of the U.S., you'll find a Madison County in many states! This is because many of these counties were named after an important person in American history.

Who Was James Madison?

Most of these counties are named after James Madison, who was the fourth President of the United States. He was president from 1809 to 1817. James Madison is often called the "Father of the Constitution" because he played a very big part in writing the United States Constitution. This important document is the main law of the U.S. and sets up how the government works. He also helped write the Bill of Rights, which lists many important freedoms for people in the U.S.

Because he was such an important figure in the early days of the United States, many places, including counties, were named in his honor.

Where Are Madison Counties?

You can find a Madison County in many different states across the U.S. Each one is a separate area with its own towns, schools, and local government. Here is a list of states that have a Madison County:

Madison County in Pop Culture

Sometimes, the name Madison County shows up in books or movies.

  • The Bridges of Madison County is a famous book and movie. It tells a story that takes place in Madison County, Iowa. This county is known for its old, covered bridges.
  • Madison County is also the name of a movie from 2011.

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