The Declaration of Independence of The United States of America
by Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826)
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"The Declaration of Independence of The United States of America" by Thomas Jefferson is a founding document adopted in 1776. Written primarily by Jefferson between June 11 and June 28, it formally explained why the Thirteen Colonies considered themselves independent from British rule. The document lists 27 grievances against King George III and asserts natural rights including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Its signing was an act of treason punishable by death, yet delegates ratified it unanimously on July 4, 1776.
- United States · History · Revolution, 1775-1783 · Sources
- United States. Declaration of Independence
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This free edition of The Declaration of Independence of The United States of America by Thomas Jefferson comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #16780, released 2005-10-12. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Essays, Letters & Speeches, History - American, History - British, History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750).
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