Abigail Adams

  • Abigail Adams Birth

    Abigail Adams Birth
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    Abigail Adams Life

  • Marriage

    Marriage
    Abigail Adams married John Adams. John Adams later became the second president of the United States of America.
  • John Quincy Adams Birth

    John Quincy Adams Birth
    John Quincy Adams was born to Abigail and John Adams. This is important because he becomes president, like his father.
  • The Boston Massacre

    The Boston Massacre was a major event in Abigail Adams life. This is because it led to the Revolutionary War.
  • American Revolution

    This is how America gained its independence. This is important because this is how John was able to become President and Vice President.
  • Inoculations

    Abigail takes her children to get smallpox inoculations. This is important because John Quincy Adms became our 6th President.
  • The signing of the Declaration of Independence

    When Abigail Adams heard about the Declaration of Independence she read it from the Balcony of Boston Statehouse. This led to the Revolutionary War.
  • John Adams is elected Vice President

    John Adams served as George Washington's Vice President. This is important because John Adams was the first Vice President.
  • John Adams Inauguration

    John Adams Inauguration
    John and Abigail were married. When he became president she had the power to persuade him to make decisions.
  • Passing of Alien and Sedition Acts

    Passing of Alien and Sedition Acts
    The Alien and Sedition Acts were passed by John Adams during his presidency. Abigail supported these whole-heartedly because she didn't think anyone should be allowed to speak out against her husband.
  • John and Abigail Move into the White House

    John and Abigail Move into the White House
    John and Abigail move in to the White House. This is important because they were the first couple to live in the White House.
  • Abigail Adams Death

    Abigail Adams Death