Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Quincy Adams: Campaigns and Elections

John Quincy Adams did not have any easy time as president. Read about his dreams for the nation, and what really was implemented.

This site contains a detailed biography of John Quincy Adams. From the right-hand toolbar, select information about his life before and after his presidency, his campaigns and elections, and his domestic and foreign affairs. Also, you...

Perhaps John Quincy Adams' most important service to his country came after he was president. Read about his terms as Congressman in the House of Representatives.

Discussion and details of Herbert Hoover's campaigns and the elections of 1928 and 1932.

The campaign and election of 1844 showed the rising difference in the nation between Whigs and Democrats and sections of the country. Showing the true development of the two-party system, it also gave rise to the term, "dark horse."

A comprehensive look at John F. Kennedy and the campaign and election of 1960.

Learn about the life and career of John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), the son of a president, who also served in that office as the 6th President of the United States (1825-1829).

See a concise summary of the events in the presidency of John Quincy Adams, beginning with his selection by the House of Representatives.

Discussion and details of Franklin D. Roosevelt's campaigns and elections of 1932, 1936, 1940, and 1944.

Read about the little that was accomplished in Adams' presidency in terms of foreign affairs, primarily because of Adams' success in diplomacy as Monroe's Secretary of State.