Name: John Adams: The Early Years
Duration: 240
Description: One of the most influential founding fathers of the United States, John Adams persuaded Congress to adopt the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

One of the most influential founding fathers of the United States, John Adams persuaded Congress to adopt the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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John Adams: The Early Years

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