John Quincy Adams and America’s Tortured Adolescence
The 1830s and 1840s are referred to as America's tortured adolescence, a time when the Founding Fathers' sons and grandsons took the stage. John Quincy Adams, son of John Adams, played a significant role during this era, delivering a notable address to the New York Historical Society in 1839. His example of statesmanship can still teach us valuable lessons today.
- ▪John Quincy Adams addressed the New York Historical Society on April 30, 1839, marking the 50th anniversary of George Washington's inauguration.
- ▪The 1830s and 1840s are considered America's tortured adolescence, a period of transition from the Founding Fathers to their descendants.
- ▪John Quincy Adams was the son of John Adams and a key figure in American politics during this time.
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| Publication time | Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:42:00 +0000 |
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John Quincy Adams (1815), National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. The Next 250 Bob Crawford / June 12, 2026 John Quincy Adams and America’s Tortured Adolescence And what his example of statesmanship can teach us today. John Quincy Adams (1815), National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section The 1830s and 1840s are the era I call “America’s tortured adolescence.” The Founding Fathers have ceded the stage to their sons and grandsons.
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