History & Social Studies

What American President was known as the "Old Sink or Swim".

Asked by Carmela2 on 15 Jan 17:48

Last updated by Jill W on 25 Mar 15:21

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Answered by Jill W on 25 Mar 15:19

John Adams was given the nickname, the "Old Sink or Swim". This name originated from a comment Adams made to Jonathan Sewall, in which he proclaimed "To sink or swim; to live or die; survive or perish with my country".