Abigail Adams (1744 - 1818) was the wife and closest advisor of John Adams, as well as the mother of John Quincy Adams. She was the first second lady of the United States and second first lady of the United States. She is remembered for the many letters of advice she exchanged with her husband during the Continental Congresses. She was also famous for her early advocacy of women’s rights, female education, and the abolition of slavery.