John Adams (October 30, 1735 – July 4, 1826) was President of the United States during the early 19th century. He previously served as minister to France[1] and vice president to George Washington. Adams was opposed to the concept of political parties, believing they would divide the country.[2]
Although initially good friends, Adams and Thomas Jefferson developed a political rivalry. They would later reconcile toward the end of their lives. Adams died a few hours after Jefferson on Independence Day, 1826. Ironically, his last words were "Jefferson lives."[1]
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