John Quincy Adams, 1825-1829 – $23.3 Million
John Adams made his son John Quincy Adams minister to Prussia. John Quincy Adams married the daughter of the American Consul in London, Louisa Catherine Johnson. His wealth amounted to $23.3 million, some of which he inherited through his father’s estate, Peacefield, and some from his wife, whose father also was rich. He spent most of his time in public service.
The next President started a war that would herald 28 years of never-ending confict. One name comes to mind, doesn’t it?