Resilient: Louisa Adams (Part One)
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
04/16/22
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Often lost in the shadows of the family she married into, Louisa Catherine Adams had a life filled with trials and tribulations. She was the first foreign born First Lady and journeyed throughout Europe, first as a daughter of a wealthy merchant and then as the wife of famed diplomat and future president, John Quincy Adams.
Join me as I start the story of the life of Louisa Adams. In this episode, I discuss her early childhood, the volatile courtship between her and John Quincy and the first years of their marriage. Her story is remarkable and we're only just getting started.
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Resilient: Louisa Adams (Part Two)
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Join me as I wrap up the life of Louisa Catherine Adams.
In this episode, I explore her time overseas with her husband while he served as Minister to Russia and her efforts to get John Quincy Adams elected president.
I also cover her time as First Lady, what her thoughts were about Adams' resurgence in the House of Representatives and her legacy.
To view show notes and source material, please visit the website at www.civicsandcoffee.com
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