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Mar 16, 2008 Season 1 Episode 2 88 min TV-14

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Season 1 Episode 2 — Aired on Mar 16, 2008 • runs about 88 minutes.

Notable cast/guest names in this episode include Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dillane, Danny Huston.

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Synopsis

After viewing the dead and wounded on the battlefield of Concord, John Adams takes up the cause of Independence. Frustrated by the caution of delegates from colonies that do not share Massachusetts plight, the inexperienced politician is abrasive, obnoxious and even insulting. But with the advice of Abigail and Ben Franklin he soon learns he has allies, to cultivate them, to bide his time and to seize opportunities. Following John's nomination, George Washington takes charge of the army and enjoys successes despite supply shortages. Back at home, Abigail and the children risk supporting the war effort in most tangible ways but find Mother Nature more threatening.