
By True Kelley, Who HQ, John O'Brien (Illustrator)
Part of the Who Was . . . ? series
A First Lady challenges norms, advocating for women's rights during the Revolutionary War.
In a time of revolution, Abigail Adams defies societal norms, urging her husband, President John Adams, to consider women's rights. With no formal education, she champions equal schooling for all. As the first First Lady in the White House, her influence shapes a nation. How will her bold ideas impact America's future?
Abigail Adams was a strong woman far ahead of her time. She urged her husband, President John Adams, to remember the ladies and despite having no formal education herself, she later advocated for equal education in public schools for both boys and girls. She was also the first First Lady to live in the White House! This biography tells the story of Abigail Adams and her role in America’s Revolutionary War period.
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