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Adams appointed as first ambassador to Great Britain
- When
- 1785
- Where
- Great Britain
John Adams was appointed as the first American ambassador to Great Britain in 1785, following earlier diplomatic collaborations.
Adams was appointed as the first American ambassador to Great Britain in 1785. This appointment followed his earlier work with Franklin, Jefferson, Jay, and Laurens on treaty negotiations. Adams served in this role, establishing the first formal diplomatic post for the United States in Britain.
Sources
- John Adams Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27
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