John Adams

Birth

Oct 30, 1735

John Adams was born on October 30, 1735; in Braintree Massachuets.

John Adams' Lifetime

Period: Oct 30, 1735 to Jul 4, 1826

Graduated from Harvard

Jul 16, 1755

Went to Harvard on scholarship and graduated at the age of 20. He studied law, He went to school at the age of 16. His father was expecting him to become a minister but John had other plans. After words he taught at a school in Worcester.

Married

Oct 25, 1764

John Quincy Adams married Abigail Amelia Smith. This event marks the beginning of a wonderful marriage that is documented very well throughout history thanks to the letters the couple wrote back and forth during their life time.

Trial for Boston Massacre

Mar 6, 1770

John Adams defended the British who were on trial. THis event is important because it shows the good heart of Adams. His awesome personality shines, and is shown through this.

Elected to the Masschuets Assembly

Nov 28, 1770

This event also shows Johns evolvement in politics.

Added to the First Continental Congress

Sep 5, 1774

Chosen as one of five to represent the colonies at the First Continental Congress in 1774. This shows Adams' evolvement in politics.

Elected President

Nov 3, 1796

John Adams became the second president of the United States. This is huge because it shows his love and devotion towards his country.

Adams Dies

Jul 4, 1826

Adams died just hours after Thomas Jefferson. He is reported to have said, "Thomas Jefferson survives" he was unaware of the fact that he had already passed.