Henry Adams
Henry Adams was an American historian, novelist, and a member of the prominent Adams political family. Born in 1838, he was the great-grandson of John Adams, the second President of the United States, and the grandson of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President. Adams is best known for his works such as 'The Education of Henry Adams,' which reflects on the complexities of American society and politics during the late 19th century. His writings often explored themes of history, identity, and the evolving nature of American democracy, making significant contributions to the understanding of American history and culture.
Born on Feb 16, 1838 (187 years old)
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Henry Adams is quoted in relation to the observation that chaos often breeds life.
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In Washington, in the winter of 1861, Henry Adams, the grandson of John Quincy Adams, declared that 'not one man in America wanted the civil war or expected or intended it'.
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