John Quincy Adams: Sixth president of the United States

R APID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - John Quincy Adams was born in Braintree, Massachusetts, on July 11, 1767, the first son of John and Abigail Adams. John and John Quincy were the first father and son to both ...

How presidents have changed the White House — and how Trump's ballroom is different

President Trump is demolishing the East Wing to make room for a ballroom. His administration says he's continuing a ...
USA Today

Does White House have its own ZIP code? The history of America's most famous home. | Opinion

There is no shortage of firsts, lasts, onlys, mosts and nevers in White House history. But there are plenty of surprises. While the White House is the most famous presidential home, did you know ...
Kennebec Journal

John Adams recognized the danger of self-interest. Can’t we? | Opinion

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ABC News

Nine Things You Never Knew About the Fourth of July

If America's birthday had a greatest hits reel, this would be it. July 4, 2012 -- intro: Sparklers? Check. Head-to-toe red, white and blue outfit? Check. Pocket-sized Declaration of Independence? Heck ...