Abigail was the daughter of unknown parents. The date and place of her birth have not been found.
She has died but the date and place are unknown.
Her husband was John Adams, who she married on 25 OCT 1764 in Weymouth, Suffolk, Massachusetts. Their four known children were Abigail Amelia (1765-1813), John Quincy (1767-1848), Susanna (1768-1770) and Charles (1770-1800).
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Much to Abigail’s regret, she never received formal schooling. Fortunately, she was raised in a home filled with the libraries of her father, grandfather, and also intelligent conversation. She learned to read and write, showing special interests in philosophy, theology, Shakespeare, the classics, ancient history, government, and law. Abigail was an avid history reader and recognized its importance and impact on her own life and surroundings.
In 1759, Abigail met a lawyer named John Adams. Within three years, the pair were writing love letters to each other. John called Abigail “Miss Adorable” and Abigail called John “Dearest Friend.” They were married on October 25, 1764, by her father, the Reverend Smith. Immediately following the wedding, the couple moved into a small cottage next to John’s childhood home.