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John Adams was born in Braintree, Massachusetts
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Adams had a wonderful childhood
Adams recalled exploring and having freedom as a child -
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Adams attends Harvard
Began studies at Harvard to be a clergyman. Entered his class seated 14th-15th, and graduated Top 3 -
Adams begins studying Law under James Putnam.
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John Adams marries Abigail Smith
John and Abigail get married -
John Adams writes several articles in opposition of the Stamp Act
British Parliament passed the Stamp Act 1765 -
John Quincy Adams is born
Abigail gave birth to the 6th President of the United States -
Boston Massacre Trials
John Adams is hired in defense of the british soldiers who fired at the boston massacre. -
Adams selected to Continental Congress
Adams was picked to help resolve issues between British and Americans -
Revolutionary War begins!
War begins between America and Britain -
Adams signs Delaration of Independence
Adams and many others declare Independence -
Works in foreign affairs to gain support for U.S during war
Helps win support and aid of foreign countries in Revolution -
Author of the Massachusetts Constitution
John adams was the Auther of the Massachusetts state constitution -
Treaty of Paris!
Adams helped draw up the Treaty of Paris which ended the Revolutionary War -
Became 1st U.S Minister to England
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Became VP under George Washington
Found Vice Presidency "Insignificant" -
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Became 2nd President of the U.S
Won the election vs. Thomas Jefferson -
War between Britain and France Rages!
Adams aquired presidency during a rough period. -
Alien and Sedition Acts
Most controversial thing during Adams presidency. Used to keep foreigners who supported foreign govwernment under control -
XYZ Affairs
France demanded bribes through their agents (XYZ). Caused the quasi war -
Adams dies
Adams died on July 4th 1826
