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Two Great Patriots Adams and Jefferson Die On Fourth
In May 1775 John Adams and Thomas Jefferson formed a lasting bond as leaders of the newborn nation. The pair later reconciled after political conflicts, influencing diplomacy and statecraft. Both men died on July 4, 1826, within minutes of each other, marking the end of an era in American history.
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