(Sound on) In a letter dated March 31, 1776, Abigail Adams reminds her husband, founding father and future president John Adams, to "remember the ladies" as he and his fellow patriots begin drafting new laws for a new country. Wisdom and foresight like that are why Abigail is one of @david David McCullough's favorite historical figures. More in "John Adams," http://amzn.to/1S6oYcS | History in Five

Did you know Abigail Adams often cited the Bible in letters to her husband, John Adams? On July 14, 1776, in a letter to John referring to the newly written Declaration of Independence, she quoted from Matthew 7:24–25. Watch to learn more about the impact and life of Abigail Adams. | Museum of the Bible