The Road to The First Continental Congress
Channel: US National Archives
Date: 2023-06-28

By the summer of 1774, John Adams was a delegate to the First Continental Congress for the state of Massachusetts. As John and Abigail Adams discuss preparations for his trip to Congress in Philadelphia, they share the hardships and events of their temporary separation and look to a future that will include many more years of struggle on the Road to Independence.

This is part 3 of a 5-part video series: "The Road to the Declaration of Independence: Year 1774." Follow along this historic road on the National Archives Youtube channel playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLugwVCjzrJsUSzs6Au6u_QnQBpR8nfHQK

This program is presented in partnership with the National Archives Foundation and American Historical Theatre. John Adams is portrayed by Peyton Dixon. Abigail Adams is portrayed by Kim Hanley.