John Adams - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	October 30, 1735
Died	July 04, 1826 (age 90)
Birthplace	Braintree, Province of Massachusetts Bay, British America (now Quincy, Massachusetts, USA)
Zodiac Sign	Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Known For	Second President of the United States; Founding Father; first Vice President of the United States; advocacy for American independence.

Intro

John Adams was an American statesman, attorney, diplomat, and writer who served as the second president of the United States (1797–1801) after serving as the first vice president under George Washington. An influential Founding Father, Adams played a leading role in advocating for independence from Britain and was a key figure in drafting the Declaration of Independence.

Early Life & Background

John Adams was born on October 30, 1735, in Braintree, Massachusetts Bay Colony. He was the eldest of three sons born to John Adams Sr., a farmer and town councilman, and Susanna Boylston Adams. Adams attended Harvard College, graduating in 1755, and initially worked as a teacher before choosing to practice law.

Career Highlights

Served as the second President of the United States from 1797 to 1801.
Served as the first Vice President of the United States from 1789 to 1797 under George Washington.
Played a leading role in advocating for the Declaration of Independence and helped draft it.
Represented the United States in Europe, including diplomatic missions to France, the Netherlands, and Great Britain.
Major contributor to the Massachusetts Constitution.

Trivia

John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on July 4, 1826, the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
He was the father of John Quincy Adams, the sixth U.S. president.

FAQs

When was John Adams born?

John Adams was born the 30 October 1735.

Where is John Adams from?

Braintree, Province of Massachusetts Bay, British America (now Quincy, Massachusetts, USA).