The Adams Family in Colonial Times

The Adams Family in Colonial Times

The Adams Family

The Adams family was one of the most influential political dynasties in colonial America, shaping early revolutionary thought and governance. Key figures like Samuel Adams organized colonial resistance, while John and Abigail Adams championed independence and political rights. Their collective efforts laid foundational principles for American democracy, liberty, and public service.

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Birth Death Origin Age (Death)
1722
1744
1772

Timeline

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Element
Year The Adams Family
1722
Birth of Samuel Adams (Period: September 27, 1722, Location: Present-day Boston, Massachusetts, United States)
1744
Birth of Abigail Smith Adams (Period: November 22, 1744, Location: Present-day Weymouth, Massachusetts, United States)
1749
Marriage (Samuel Adams, Elizabeth Checkley)
Marriage (Samuel Adams, Elizabeth Checkley Adams)
1764
Marriage (Samuel Adams, Elizabeth Wells)
Marriage (Samuel Adams, Elizabeth Wells Adams)
Marriage (Abigail Smith Adams, John Adams)
1770
1772
Establishment of the Committees of Correspondence
Birth of Josiah Quincy III (Period: February 4, 1772, Location: Present-day Boston, Massachusetts, United States)
1773
1774
Participation in the Continental Congress
1775
Witnessing the Battle of Bunker Hill
1776
"Remember the Ladies" letter
1780
Early American Diplomatic Life
1787
1797
Marriage (Josiah Quincy III, Eliza Susan Morton Quincy)
1800
Political Activities During the Decline of the Federalist Party
Moving into the White House
1803
Death of Samuel Adams
1812
1818
1823
Taking Office as Mayor of Boston (Josiah Quincy III)
1824
Construction of Quincy Market
1829
Assuming Presidency of Harvard University (Josiah Quincy III)
1864
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