Friday, February 3, 2023

1825: J.Q. Adams

 

John Quincy Adams

Democratic-Republican from Massachusetts, elected in 1825 (though he lost the popular vote to Andrew Jackson by 10%). He was the first President to be photographed.

Improved Harbors

Developed Roads and Canals

Congress blocked Adams's plans for a national university, a national observatory, and a uniform system of weights and measures.

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