John Adams season 1 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
John Adams reunites with his family, including his daughter Nabby, who is diagnosed with breast cancer. After a grueling surgery, the family confronts her deteriorating health and eventual death. Meanwhile, John Adams grapples with his legacy, reflecting on his contributions to the American Revolution and his fading significance. Discussions about President Jefferson's affair with Sally Hemings reveal deep political and personal rifts. In his final days, Adams yearns for reconciliation with Jefferson, passing away on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, mistakenly believing Jefferson is still alive.
Full Episode S01E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What illness does Nabby Adams suffer from?
Nabby Adams is diagnosed with breast cancer.
What treatment is suggested for Nabby's illness?
Surgery to remove the entire breast is suggested as the only remedy for Nabby's cancer.
What are the Adams family's views on President Jefferson's alleged affair?
The Adams family is critical and skeptical about President Jefferson's alleged affair with Sally Hemings.
How does John Adams feel about his legacy and contributions?
John Adams expresses regret and disillusionment, fearing that his legacy and contributions to the American Revolution might be forgotten or misrepresented.
What does John Adams think about the portraits painted during his presidency?
John Adams is disappointed by the lack of interest in the portraits and feels they are a reminder of how he has been forgotten.
What role does John Quincy Adams hold during the series?
John Quincy Adams becomes the sixth President of the United States.
How does John Adams view his relationship with Thomas Jefferson?
John Adams reflects on their contrasting legacies, expressing a desire to reconcile and explain themselves to each other.
What does John Adams do in his final days?
John Adams reflects on his life, finds solace in simple things, and wishes to write a letter to Thomas Jefferson.
On what significant date does John Adams die?
John Adams dies on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
What is John Adams' final belief about Thomas Jefferson before he dies?
John Adams mistakenly believes that Thomas Jefferson is still alive at the time of his death.
