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The Life of JQA and events in American History
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Jamestown founded
The English settlers founded the first permanent settlement in the New World and named it Jamestown. John Smith led the Virginia Company. -
The 30 Years War
The 30 Years War was the most deadly religious war in Europe. In addition to the war resulting in 8 million deaths, it had a devastating impact on economic and social systems in Europe. -
French and Indian War Ends/Treaty of Paris (1763)
Often referred to as the Seven Years' War, the French and Indian War was a conflict between Britain and France. The fight was over control of parts of North American land. -
JQA Born
John Quincy Adams was born in Massachusetts to parents John and Abigail Adams. "At birth, John Quincy was the most recent in a long line of illustrious forebears who helped shape the destiny of the English-speaking world." (Unger, page 7). -
Revolutionary War Begins
The Revolutionary War began because the tension between the colonies and British government had become too much. The colonists were fed up and wanted to be free from British control. -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence represents the thirteen colonies declaring independence as their own nation, The United States of America. This document signifies America's separation from British rule and the birth of a new nation. -
Constitution Ratification
The final draft of the Constitution was signed on September 17th, 1787 at the Constitution Convention in Philadelphia. Although the final draft of the Constitution was signed that day, the debate over the Constitution continued throughout the states. -
French Revolution
The French Revolution was caused by differences in opinion on popular sovereignty and inalienable rights. The revolution challenged the ideas and political systems of the time. The revolution began in 1789 and ended later in the 1790s. -
Marie Antoinette Killed
While so many in France were struggling because of the economy, Marie and her husband were living an extravagant life. Marie Antoinette and her husband, King Louis XVI of France, were convicted of treason and both were executed. -
JQA Appointed Minister to Prussia
John Quincy Adams was appointed Minister to Prussia by his father, President John Adams. JQA and Louisa Catherine Johnson would visit Prussia after they were married in 1797. -
JQA Elected as US Senator
JQA began his career in public office as a United States Senator representing Massachusetts. The Federalists forced JQA to resign from the Senate in 1808. -
Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana Purchase involved the United States acquiring 530,000,000 acres of land from France. The entire purchase was $15 million. The land purchased is west of the Mississippi River. -
JQA Led Americans that signed Treaty of Ghent
The Treaty of Ghent signified the end of the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain. The treaty stated that all conquered land had to be returned. -
JQA Appointed Secretary of State by Monroe
President James Monroe appointed JQA to serve as Secretary of State during his two terms as president. JQA is remembered for his influence on the Monroe Doctrine, which helped shape American foreign policy for years to come. -
Mexico Gains Independence
The struggle for Mexican independence lasted for almost a decade. Thousands died during the war, which resulted in Mexico's independence from Spain. -
JQA Elected 6th President of the United States
JQA did not receive the most popular or electoral votes in the presidential election, but he was elected President by the House of Representatives. JQA only served one term as President and lost his re-election to Andrew Jackson. He had many critics and is considered to be one of the most ineffective American presidents. "He also became the first son of a Founding Father and President to become the nation's chief executive." (Unger, page 237). -
JQA Elected as Mass. Representative in U.S. Congress
In 1830, JQA was elected to represent the Plymouth district of Massachusetts. JQA is remembered for his fight against the "gag rule," which tabled petitions against slavery. JQA served as a representative in Congress until he died. -
First Opium War (Britain & China)
The war was a result of China's effort to diminish the opium trade. Opium was being illegally exported to China, which resulted in opium addiction all across China. Opium addiction had a devastating effect on China and a war seemed like a sensible solution to the issue. -
JQA Dies of Stroke
JQA, a true American hero, had a stroke on the floor of the House of Representatives. He died two days later in the Speaker's Room. He fought until the very end for what he believed in. "The nation mourned as it had not since the deaths of George Washington and Benjamin Franklin." (Unger, page 310). -
Seneca Falls Convention
Seneca Falls Convention was the first women's rights convention in American history. Lucretia Mott and Elizabeth Cady Stanton were the organizers of the convention, which gathered almost 200 women. The Seneca Falls Convention is considered to be the birth of the Feminist Movement. -
Civil War Begins at Fort Sumter
The Civil War began because of an ongoing conflict over the issue of slavery in the United States. The Civil War resulted in the death of thousands of people. The Confederacy was defeated by the Union, which led to the United States unifying as one.
