John Adams

Following the Boston Massacre, John Adams takes on the role of serving as the defense attorney for the British soldiers.

After witnessing a bloody battle, John Adams heads back to Philadelphia, where he begins debating the good and bad points of independence.

John Adams and Benjamin Franklin are newly appointed as the Ministers of Plenipotentiary, and must take a hard ocean voyage to France.

John Adams learns that the British has surrendered to George Washington at Yorktown.

After being elected America's first Vice President, John Adams becomes upset that he isn't involved in George Washington's inner-circle.

President Adams remains adamant on not declaring war on the French, despite the strong pro-war sentiment his Cabinet members hold.

John Adams begins to write his memoirs as his daughter and wife pass way. He also sees his son, John Quincy Adams, get elected President.