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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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Why should you be born in America to become president?
You don't have to be born in the United States to become president but one of your parents must be a US citizen. For example, a child of a US citizen born on a military base in Europe can grow up to become president. See related question.
What did Samuel Adams do during the revolutionary war?
John Adams successfully practiced law in Boston until the Revolution began. He served in the Continental Congresses and later as a diplomat for the Revolutionary government in Europe. He served as the first US vice president fro 8 years under Washington.
Why did John Quincy Adams write his speech on 4 July 1821?
John Quincy Adams wrote his Fourth of July speech of 1821 because he wanted to warn Americans against United States imperialism.
What acts passed by John Adams were designed to weaken the democratic republicans?
the seditition act- law said citizens could be arrested or fined for criticizing the government.
How does sam feel about fighting the lobsterbacks?
He feels that he is fighting for his country but he wants to make his father proud too but he's a loyalist so he can't go back for his family or else he gets hanged. He gets homesick too for Betsy and Tim. He is scared but grown up. Isn't everyone scared to fight? You would be I would be everyone would.!!
Did John Quincy Adams make any laws?
i cant say, i mean alot of sites say no but if they say yes, they dont list the laws at all so its hard to tell at all. sorry?
Who was John Quincy Adams was elected president by?
In 1824, John Q. Adams was elected U.S. President by the U.S. House of Representatives, each state casting one vote (13 states voted for him; 10 states voted against him).
Who was John connolly british loyalists?
John Connolly of Virginia. Also the governor of Pittsburgh. Believed that colonists were discontented minority with no real reason to drag the colonists into war. Also believed most colonists do not support the Patriot cause. He actively seek-ed support for Britain from Native Americans. Also want to involve the entire population of the Virginia countryside in helping Britain fight the rebellion.
What laws were enacted during John Adams' presidency?
During John Adams presidency he passed four bills that combined called the Alien and Sedition Acts. The Alien Friends Act gave the president the power to imprison or deport an aliens. The Sedition Act put restrictions on any speech that was critical of the government.
Who was Adams' former opponent who did not endorse his economic plans?
Thomas Jefferson was Adams' former opponent who did not endorse his economic plans. Jefferson was an advocate for agricultural society and believed in a more decentralized economy, while Adams favored government intervention and industrial development.
What was one of Samuel Adams' memorable contributions to the war for independence?
He played a key role in the Boston Tea Party
Why did John Howard lose the election?
John Howard lost his seat because his policies were not supported by enough people. Howard had to be a tough leader, and his economic and trade policies built Australia up into a country stable enough to weather the worldwide economic crisis - for which the current PM, Kevin Rudd, had been able to take the credit. In order to do so, "belt-tightening" was necessary, and people with a short-term vision could not see the advantages to Howard's policies.
