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Events on Wednesday 23 February 1848 1
1767 – 1848John Quincy Adams6th President — son of John AdamsJohn Quincy Adams (Jul 11, 1767 – Feb 23, 1848) was the 6th President 1825-1829 and son of the 2nd President. He later served in Congress for 17 years after his presidency, dying at his desk in the House of Representatives.