The Declaration of Independence of The United States of America
Jan 2021 · Otbebookpublishing
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The United States Declaration of Independence (formally The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America) is the pronouncement adopted by the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 4, 1776. The Declaration explained why the Thirteen Colonies at war with the Kingdom of Great Britain regarded themselves as thirteen independent sovereign states, no longer under British rule. With the Declaration, these new states took a collective first step toward forming the United States of America. The declaration was signed by representatives from New Hampshire, Massachusetts Bay, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
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Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was a polymath whose influence extends far beyond his political career as the third President of the United States. Born in Shadwell, Virginia, Jefferson was a fervent advocate for democracy, individual rights, and the separation of church and state. His intellectual pursuits were vast, ranging from architecture to philosophy, agriculture, and education. Jefferson's design of his Monticello estate and his founding of the University of Virginia are testaments to his architectural and educational vision.A prolific writer, Jefferson's eloquent prose and revolutionary ideas have left an indelible mark on American literature and political thought. His correspondence and various writings reveal a man deeply engaged with the Enlightenment ideals of reason and scientific inquiry. Jefferson's advocacy for religious freedom and his controversial stance on slavery—he owned slaves yet publicly condemned the institution—continue to provoke debate among historians and scholars.Jefferson's influence on contemporary writers and thinkers is profound. His vision of a republic founded on the principles of liberty and equality inspired generations of reformers and activists. Despite his complexities and contradictions, Jefferson remains a towering figure whose contributions to the American ethos of freedom and innovation are undeniable. His legacy is a tapestry of brilliance and controversy, making him a subject of enduring fascination and study.
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