Ancestry of
John Adams
2nd U.S. President and Signer of the Declaration of Independence
Who was John Adams?
John Adams was the second President of the United States, serving from 1797 to 1801. Born in Braintree, Massachusetts on October 30, 1735, Adams was a key figure in the American Revolution and played a crucial role in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. Prior to his presidency, he served as a diplomat, negotiating the peace treaty with Britain that ended the Revolutionary War. As President, Adams faced several challenges, including a brewing conflict with France, which eventually led to the Quasi-War. Despite these challenges, he maintained the neutrality of the United States and worked to strengthen the country's military and economic power. After leaving office, Adams retired to his farm in Quincy, Massachusetts, where he died on July 4, 1826, the same day as Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. President. Adams was a strong advocate for independence, liberty, and democracy and is remembered as one of the founding fathers of the United States.
Some of the most recently added connections of famous kin for John Adams
Grace Slick
Singer, Songwriter - Jefferson Airplane
3rd cousin 5 times removed
via Thomas Gardner Jr
Seth Low
Mayor of New York City
President of Columbia University
3rd cousin 3 times removed
via Thomas Gardner Jr
Seth Low
Mayor of New York City
President of Columbia University
3rd cousin 3 times removed
via John White
George Herbert
8th Earl of Carnarvon
Owner, Highclere Castle (aka Downton Abbey)
3rd cousin 8 times removed
via Thomas Gardner Jr
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