The Declaration of Independence - 06/15/25

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Declaration of Independence

Drafted by Thomas Jefferson in 1776

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Approval date

Approved by Congress on July 4, 1776

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Washington’s role

Read it to the Continental Army to inspire them

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International purpose

Helped gain support from countries like France

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Signing date

Delegates signed it on August 2, 1776

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Signatures

56 delegates signed despite the risk of being labeled traitors

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John Hancock

Signed in large handwriting to show he wasn’t afraid

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Preamble

First section explaining why the colonies were rebelling

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Self

government

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Charges Against the King

Second section listed complaints against King George III

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Grievances

Accused the king of unfair treatment and abuse of power

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Conditions for Independence

Final section explained why separation was necessary

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Main reason

Colonists had no voice in British government and faced unfair taxes

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