In New York City and newly sworn in as the nation's first vice president, John Adams writes Abigail of his longing for her. I pray you to come, as soon as possible. As to money you must if you can ...

John Adams was born on October 30, 1735, in Braintree, Massachusetts. His father, a farmer and deacon, hoped that Adams would enter the clergy, but his Harvard professors thought his propensity ...