Kentucky Politician Henry Clay Became Known As The ""Great Pacificator. Explore his journey from humble. Henry clay was appointed secretary of state by president john quincy adams on march 7, 1825.

Clay earned titles such as the great compromiser and the great pacificator, but he was also a shrewd and ambitious politician who gained some powerful enemies, notably president. Henry clay was appointed secretary of state by president john quincy adams on march 7, 1825. Clay entered his duties on the same day and served until march 3, 1829.