Abigail Adams
Definition
Abigail Adams was the wife of John Adams, the second President of the United States, and mother of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President. She is known for her letters to her husband which offered advice on government matters and advocated for women's rights.
Analogy
Think of Abigail Adams as a behind-the-scenes director in a movie. While she wasn't officially in charge or even visible to most people (like a director isn't seen by movie-goers), she had significant influence over important decisions (like how a director shapes a film).
Related terms
John Adams: The second president of the United States who served from 1797-1801. He was also one of the founding fathers.
Women's Rights Movement: A series of political campaigns for reforms on issues such as reproductive rights, domestic violence, maternity leave, equal pay, women's suffrage etc.
Letters of Abigail Adams: These are letters written by Abigail to her husband during his presidency that provide insight into American life during the Revolutionary era and express her thoughts on women’s rights.
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