Abigail Adams | Eminent Women

Abigail Adams was the wife of John Adams, the second president of the United States, and the mother of John Quincy Adams, the sixth president.

Abigail Adams

Abigail was the first Second Lady of the United States and the second First Lady.

She is principally remembered, however, for the many letters she wrote to her husband during the events before and after the Revolutionary War.

John, viewing her as his equal in every way, frequently sought her advice on various political and social matters matters and their letters are filled with intellectual discussions on news, government, social relationships and politics.

Even though she went largely unnoticed during her time, Abigail Adams continues to be one of the most influential Americans of all time. Her life story is a prime example of how small and simple things can bring about revolutionary change.

Abigail Adams was listed among the eminent women in the records of the St. George Temple. To learn more about the painting by Michael Bedard in this video please click here.