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John Adams S01E07

Last aired · S01E07 · April 20, 2008

Peacefield

EndedJohn Adams ended with this episode — no new season is coming.

In retirement, Adams starts writing his memoirs, then endures a series of tragedies.

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  1. 07

    S01E07 · April 20, 2008

    Peacefield7.8

    In retirement, Adams starts writing his memoirs, then endures a series of tragedies.

  2. 06

    S01E06 · April 13, 2008

    Unnecessary War8.3

    Abandoned by Jefferson for retaining Washington's cabinet, President Adams holds firm on keeping the nation out of war, despite French aggression and pro-war sentiment among his advisors.

  3. 05

    S01E05 · April 6, 2008

    Unite or Die8.5

    Elected America's first Vice President, Adams is scolded by Abigail for his vanity, and is frustrated by his exclusion from President Washington's inner circle.

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