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Life of John Adams

By ryan.shaw
  • John Adams was born in Braintree, Massachusetts

    John Adams was born in Braintree, Massachusetts

  • Adams had a wonderful childhood

    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.

    Adams begins studying Law under James Putnam.

    Adams began studying Law, and developing his practice over time.
  • John Adams marries Abigail Smith

    John Adams marries Abigail Smith

    John and Abigail get married
  • John Adams writes several articles in opposition of the Stamp Act

    John Adams writes several articles in opposition of the Stamp Act

    British Parliament passed the Stamp Act 1765
  • John Quincy Adams is born

    John Quincy Adams is born

    Abigail gave birth to the 6th President of the United States
  • Boston Massacre Trials

    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 selected to Continental Congress

    Adams was picked to help resolve issues between British and Americans
  • Revolutionary War begins!

    Revolutionary War begins!

    War begins between America and Britain
  • Adams signs Delaration of Independence

    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 dies

    Adams died on July 4th 1826