John Adams Quote

Quote from John Adams,

"But what do we mean by the American Revolution? Do we mean the American war? The Revolution was effected before the war commenced. The Revolution was in the minds and hearts of the people; a change in their religious sentiments, of their duties and obligations…This radical change in the principles, opinions, sentiments, and affections of the people was the real American Revolution."

By:	John Adams (more quotes by John Adams or books by/about John Adams)
	(1735-1826) Founding Father, 2nd US President
Source:	letter to H. Niles, February 13, 1818
Categories:	Founder, America, Revolution, War, Conscience, Liberty, Responsibility, Reform, Religion, Knowledge, Duty
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