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John Adams

John Adams is the US’s second president (1797-1801), and its first vice-president. He died on July 4, 1826, the same day Thomas Jefferson died, which was also the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

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What was Samuel Adams famous for?

Samuel Adams is famous for the group called the Sons of Liberty, an early patriotic movement that engaged in tax resistance activities such as the Boston Tea Party (1773) and the burning of the revenue cutter HMS Gaspee (1772).

What was George Washington's relationship like with his wife?

Martha Custis was a rich heiress who was a few months older than George Washington. She affected his political life by giving him resources and increased respectability. What she didn't give him, obviously, was children.

Why did John Adams refuse to write the US Declaration of Independence?

John Adams didn't write the Declaration of Independence because 1. Since he defended the British for the Boston Massacre, many people hated him 2. He didnt want the King to think this was only a Massachusetts separation letter, given the fact almost all of the Revolution happened in Massachusetts, so he wanted Jefferson, a Virginia man, to write it because the King's favorite colony was Virginia because of the moneymaking tobacco plantations.

What is the historical significance of the alien and sedition acts?

The Alien and Sedition Acts were imposed in 1798 to control alien immigrants in to the United states. People who come from other countries not from other planets, but I suppose if the need ever arose it could come to include space aliens ;)

When did the Watergate affair happen?

The break-in in the Watergate Hotel occurred on June 17, 1972. Two days later, the Washington Post published a story indicating a tie to the Nixon campaign and the break in. After a complicated series of investigations, denial, stone-walling. legal maneuvering and damning evidence, Nixon resigned the Presidency on August 8, 1974.

What is John Adams contribution to the American Revolution?

John Hancock was President of the Second Continental Congress from May 24th, 1775 until October 19, 1777. He presided over the debates on Independence. His wealth very much aided the cause and fed many families through rough times during the Revolutionary War. On July 4th, 1776 he was the first delegate to sign the Declaration of Independenc. He signed his name so large and boldly "so that King George III can read it without his glasses." Today, his name is often used as a synonym for the word signature.

When was the XYZ Affair?

The XYZ Affair was when the French demanded large payments before discussing peace terms, Americans were outraged. They called it the XYZ Affair for the three French agents involved. Many Americans wanted it, but Adams worked carefully to avoid a war with France so soon. The U.S. Navy had a very small army. Adams built up the U.S. Army and Navy for protection, while sending Americans to France to work on peace. The U.S. never officially declared war, but between 1797 and 1800, both sides were attacking ships at sea. Finally, in 1800 the U.S. and France signed a peace treaty. France was already at war with Great Britain, and neither nation wanted the United States to be involved. Adams' ability to avoid war through careful diplomacy was a major success.

Why did the Alien and Sedition Acts take place?

The Alien and Sedition acts were passed because these acts targeted aliens- immigrants who were not yet citizens. One act increased the waiting period to become a legal US citizen from 5 to 14 years. Other acts gave the president the power to arrest disloyal aliens or order them out of the country during wartime. A fourth acts outlawed sedition, saying or writing anything false or harmful about the government. With these acts, the federalist clamped down on freedom of speech and the press.

What role did john Adams play in the revolutionary war?

John Adams began his participation in the American Revolutionary War by heading in 1776 the Continental Board of War and Ordnance. He also served on the committee for drafting the Declaration of Independence. He also negotiated a loan from France that enabled the Colonies to fund the war against Great Britain. He also helped negotiate the Treaty of Paris, ending the war.

What were some of John Adams economic policies and goals?

- Began to build Navy

- Heavy stamp and house taxes

- Agreed with national bank and national debt policies

- Mostly followed Alexander Hamilton's economic plan

Removed excise tax on whiskey

What was James Adams middle name?

American patriot Samuel Adams had no middle name. His tombstone proves this as it simply states, "Samuel Adams."

Was Sam Adams married?

yeahh twince Elizabeth Checkley then Elizabeth Wells.

What are some accomplishments of Samuel Adams?

Paved the way for the rebellion of the North American colonies from the British crown. He also was the guy whobasically made the war happen and he got to sign the decalertion of INDEPDANCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The difference between John Adams and George Washington?

Their differences were vast. Starting with Washington was very Tall for the time period, standing between 6'2"-6'3" where as Adams was much shorter. Adams was considered an intellectual where as Washington was considered a common sense man. Washington was General of the Army where as Adams did not serve. Many other differences. In addition, George Washington was our First President, and John Adams was the Second President. If you mean John Quincy Adams, he was the Sixth President.

How was John Adams elected vice president?

John Adams was elected VP because although he got the popular vote, he lost the Electoral Votes which primarily chooses the President.

What events influenced John Adams to support the Revolution?

He believed the country should be free. He was against English taxing. He also thought that the English royals were tyrants.

What were conflicts that caused the Revolutionary War?

The Colonials felt as if they "had their own thing going" in America, so to speak, after 150 years on their own, and were angry about new taxes the British were laying upon them. The British thought it was about time the colonials gave more to London, particularly due to the high cost of the recent French-Indian War.

New taxes angered the colonials which led them to boycott Britain goods, which led to Britain backing off each time - except for once, with the Stamp Act. The colonials responded with more boycotts and acts such as the Boston Tea party. The British responded by sending troops to settle the colonies down - particularly Massachusetts. This had the opposite effect as British troops were harassed without mercy. One evening, some drunken stone-throwing led to British rifles being fired - and the Boston Massacre. More Redcoats were sent, and, before anyone knew it, a rebellion led to an all-out war.

How old was John Adams' mother?

The mother of President John Adams was Susanna Boylston Adams (1708-1797).

She was 27 years old when John Adams (Jr.) was born in 1735, and 88 when he was elected as the 2nd US President in 1796. She died the following year at the age of 89.

Adams himself lived to the age of 90, and his son John Quincy Adams lived to be 80.

What were the names of Adams daughters?

1st Cain First born of Adam and Eve 2nd Abel was killed by older brother Cain. 3rd Seth which means substitued , Adam was 130 yrs old when Seth was born. Adam lived 930 yrs old.