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Adams, John, 1735-1826 to Benjamin Rush re: their sons, 1812 presidential politics

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03100 Author/Creator: Adams, John, 1735-1826 Place Written: Quincy, Massachusetts Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1812/05/26 Pagination: 2 p. : free frank ; Height: 26 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

A very philosophical letter discussing mankind and nature's bellicosity. He also mentions his preference for Elbridge Gerry over John Langdon for vice president

Adams, John, 1735-1826
Rush, Benjamin, 1746-1813
Gerry, Elbridge, 1744-1814

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