In 1775, Adams became head of the Board of War and Ordnance, charged with keeping an accurate record of the officers in the army and their ranks, the disposition of troops throughout the colonies, and ammunition.
1775年，亚当斯成为了战争与军械委员会的主席，负责准确记录军队中的军官及其军衔、整个殖民地的军队部署和弹药。