October 30 in American History
The second president was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. A fierce advocate for independence, he defended the British soldiers of the Boston Massacre in court because he believed everyone deserved a fair trial — then helped draft the Declaration. Principle over popularity was his whole character.
In 1735: John Adams is born. The second president was born in Braintree, Massachusetts.
The second president was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. A fierce advocate for independence, he defended the British soldiers of the Boston Massacre in court because he believed everyone deserved a fair trial — then helped draft the Declaration. Principle over popularity was his whole character.
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