LETTER FROM ABIGAIL ADAMS TO JOHN ADAMS, MARCH 31, 1776 “I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favour
able to them than your ancestors. Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the Husbands. Remember all Men would be tyrants if they could. If perticuliar care and attention is not paid to the Laidies we are determined to foment a Rebelion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation.” 1. Was this letter notable at the time? Why or why not? 2. Did this letter have long-lasting consequences? Why or why not? 3. Did this letter have any symbolic importance? Why or why not? 4. Is this letter a significant primary source? Why or why not?
