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| John Adams | |
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| Basic Information | |
| Name: | John Adams |
| Status: | Deceased |
| Date of birth: | October 30, 1735 |
| Birthplace: | Braintree, Province of Massachusetts Bay, British America |
| Date of death: | July 4, 1826 |
| Place of death: | Quincy, Massachusetts, United States of America |
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John Adams (October 30 [O.S. October 19] 1735 – July 4, 1826) was an American Patriot who served as the second President of the United States (1797–1801) and the first Vice President (1789–97). He was a lawyer, diplomat, statesman, political theorist, and, as a Founding Father, a leader of the movement for American independence from Great Britain. He was also a dedicated diarist and correspondent, particularly with his wife and closest advisor Abigail.