John Adams


 * Succeeded George Washington
 * First resident of the White House
 * Alexander Hamilton spoiled his reelection by splitting the Federalist vote in favor of Charles Pickney
 * Signed the Alien and Sedition acts in an attempt to quell growing criticism
 * Commissioned the USS Constitution
 * Avoided using it to expand the Quasi War
 * The Direct House Tax he signed led to Fries's Rebellion
 * Participated in the capture of the Martha
 * Obtained a loan for 5 million guilder as ambassador to the Dutch Republic