Adams, John 'Grizzly' b. October 22, 1812 d. October 25, 1860 Western Frontiersman. A wild animal fighter, collector and tamer, and a pioneer of live animal exhibits (menageries and zoos). Some believe him to be the greatest California mountain man of them all. Born simply John Adams, he was related to the famous Adamses of Massachusetts, among them President John Adams and patriot Samuel Adams. He had a typical New England childhood and received what was considered a good education for the times. His early experiences in New England and hunting and...[Read More] (Bio by: Reb) Bay Path Cemetery, Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts, USA