John Caldwell Calhoun. Wikimedia Commons. (1782-1850) Born near Abbeville, SC, John Calhoun was a U.S. Senator, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and the 7th Vice-President of the United States. Resources America's Story from America's Library - John C. Calhoun Clemson University - John C. Calhoun Knowitall - John C. Calhoun Library of Congress - Tomb of John C. Calhoun South Carolina Hall of Fame - John C. Calhoun Discus Resources Gale in Context: Biography Middle Search Plus Credo Reference History Reference Center Primary Search