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While in retirement, Adams begins to write his memoirs, corresponds with Jefferson after a series of personal tragedies, and lives to see his son John Quincy become president.

John Adams

Part 7: Peacefield

President Adams tries desperately to keep the nation out of war; Adams disowns his alcoholic son, Charles; Jefferson claims the presidency after Adams fails to win a second term.

Part 6: Unnecessary War

Adams becomes the country's first vice president; the ongoing conflict between the British and the French strains Adams' friendship with Jefferson; Adams is elected president in 1796.

Part 5: Unite or Die

John and Abigail reunite in Paris; he goes to London as America's first minister to Britain, then must deal with family concerns upon his return to Boston.

Part 4: Reunion

Adams and Jefferson visit France to gain financial and military support for America's Revolutionary War effort; Adams falls victim to an illness.

Part 3: Don't Tread on Me

Adams nominates George Washington to lead the newly formed Continental Army; Thomas Jefferson drafts the Declaration of Independence; Congress votes to declare independence from England.

Part 2: Independence

After the Boston Massacre, John Adams agrees to serve as defense attorney for the accused British soldiers; several years later, he joins the Continental Congress.

Part 1: Join or Die

The life of the founding father whose independent spirit and vision steers America through a tumultuous period.

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E7 | Part 7: Peacefield

E6 | Part 6: Unnecessary War

E5 | Part 5: Unite or Die

E4 | Part 4: Reunion

E3 | Part 3: Don't Tread on Me

E2 | Part 2: Independence

E1 | Part 1: Join or Die