Abigail Adams, American Role Model

by: Moutaingirl

Abigail Adams, who became a wife to one President and mother to another, was renowned as an American figurehead. Diligent and determined, she became one of the most knowledgeable women of her time, even though poor health as a child prevented her from gaining the little education available to young girls. After marriage, Abigail managed their family farm, since her husband was away from home for long periods of time, and still had time to support women’s rights, fighting extensively for an in depth education for females. During the Revolutionary War, she supplied her husband with priceless information concerning the British troops and ships in the Boston area. Undeniably Abigail Adam’s perseverance, deep concern for others, and patriotism made her a valuable role model to a whole nation.