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George RR Martin created the entire A Song of Ice and Fire because of the War of Roses.
So did William Morris, I think he used a battle between the Romans and Gauls, I can't remember. Correct me if I'm wrong anybody.
Anyways, using history is very common among writers. It's actually something most will encourage you to do.
Just don't be dishonest with your story, don't try to write your political belief into a character based on someone important to American history.
If you're going to do it, try a compare and contrast of how American values, political philosophy, etc., has changed since John Adams.

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