John Adams

Birth-Death: (1735 - 1826 ) Term: (1797-1801 )

The nation was at a turning point when Adams came to his presidency. Not only was there the threat of internal strife between the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans, but there was a growing public pressure for war with France. Adams did not allow the war cries or states advocates to influence what he thought was best for the survival of the United States. This ultimately cost him the next election.

Chronology of John Adams

1796 - Election of 1796

1797 - XYZ Affair

1798 - Naturalization Act

1798 - Alien Act June

1798 - Sedition Act July

1798 - Kentucky and Virginia Resolves

1800 - Treaty with France