Historians have been questioning whether the fight for American independence really was a Revolution against the British or not. ... The Declaration of Independence was written as a list of grievances to the King of Britain, but heeded no response from the British rulers. The colonists had written a Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms prior to the writing of the Declaration of Independence, where they asserted that the British were interfering too much in the affairs of the thirteen colonies. ... Henry finally explained that the colonists had no choice but to take up ar...

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At first, Franklin remained silent of his opinion of independence and avoided talking to other delegates about it. ... However, Franklin still chose to be unspoken of his concept of America's independence. ... In basic terms, Franklin proposed of what was a declaration of independence from Britain. ... Consequently, the Congress decided to take it a step further and elected Thomas Jefferson to write the draft of the declaration of independence. ... Benjamin Franklin, respected and trustworthy man did all he can for America's independence. ...

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The Declaration of Independence was written in 1776 by Thomas Jefferson explaining the reason of the colonists separating from Great Britain. ... All the three documents have in common the reasons to fight for independence and how to morally convince the colonies. ... In the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson reasserts that the King of Great Britain has wickedly played and established tyranny over the American colonies. ... Paine and Jefferson appeal to the same things in their writings about the reasons to fight for independence against Britain. ... Paine gives political reasons and ...

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The Writing of the Constitution On July 2, 1776, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston, Roger Sherman, and Thomas Jefferson finished the final draft of their Declaration of Independence. Two days later, on July 4, delegates from the Continental Congress passed the declaration unanimously. The declaration contained a basic but integral principle which is important even today, and justified the independence movement for the newly formed United States of America. ... The second part of the declaration consisted of a list of justifications for departing from the Bri...

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The loyalists believed that life would not improve after attaining independence. ... The Second Continual Congress definitely showed a sense of American identity in their declaration that referred to the colonies as a united nation in a variety of ways. Nevertheless, the declaration also reveals that America is not yet ready to declare independence and break free from England (Document E). The declaration is a petition that offers peace on account that Great Britain abides to the Colonies' new terms. ... Although most Americans supported independence, there were few that remained loyal to...

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Benjamin Franklin Ben Franklin was one of those people you can admire, he did just about everything.Ben was one of the founding fathers of the United States of America.He signed the declaration of independence, invented many things we use today, established the first library and countless other things I cannot begin to list.Ben was born in boston Massachusettes in 1706.In his early life he began an apprenticeship at his brother James" printing shop.At age 17 ben left to Philidelphia but he soon left again, this time all the way to London to study printing.After spending 2 y...

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He was a leader of the fight against British colonial rule, and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. ... He lead the effort to establish a committee of correspondence that published a Declaration of Colonial Rights that he had written. ... Adams served Massachusetts again at the Second Continental Congress where he was an advocate for independence and confederation for the American Colonies he served Continental Congress until his return to Boston in 1781. ... Adams also gave one of the most memorable speeches, American Independence, which was given at the state house in Philadelphia...

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Franklin moved his attention towards politics as he began working for American Independence. Franklin was elected to the Second Continental Congress and worked to draft the Declaration of Independence. ... In 1776 Franklin signed the Declaration of independence and was also on hand for the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, after the Americans had won the Revolution. ...

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Thomas Jefferson is best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence. ... The Declaration of Independence is seen as a culmination of Enlightenment ideas where he declared "it is the right of the people to create a new government.... One of the first steps to forming the United States was the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson and the foundation of the political party by James Madison. ...

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For John Adams, George Washington, and Thomas Jefferson independence brought a kind of personal fulfillment. ... Our second architect of independence, George Washington, was more focused on self interest and honor. ... Thomas Jefferson, father of the Declaration of Independence, is another revolutionary leader who's primary concern was his own personal interests. ... , and the request and drafting of the Declaration of Independence. ... The revolutionary leaders only put those who were literate, landowning men into consideration when drafting the nations Declaration of Independence and t...

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His involvement in the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States always is an important part in US history. ... In 1776, he was one of the five men to draft the Declaration of Independence. ... Franklin signed the Declaration of Independence; he then sailed over to France to negotiate a treaty for France's support. ... He gave most of his money to his 24 year-old daughter Sarah and some to William, but he also donated money toward schools and museums Ben Franklin still holds his place in America such as being on the hundred dollar bi...

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In the writing of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson had good reason to rebel against Great Britain and knew that the consequences of his actions were Treason but he and many others that signed the Declaration of Independence knew that the risk was worth it. Thomas Jefferson Stated in the Declaration of Independence, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal" (Thomas Jefferson, 377). ... Thomas Jefferson states this in the Declaration of Independence, "That among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness" (Thomas Jef...

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But beginning primarily during the French-Indian War, tension between the colonies and Britain gradually increased, eventually to the point of absolute rebellion and the creation of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. ... With the motivation of people like Thomas Paine, Richard Henry Lee, Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, the American colonies gained the courage to fight for independence. ... For these reasons, Americans decided -- and thankfully built up enough courage -- to declare their independence as a free nation....

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The colonists created the Stamp Act Congress in response to the Stamp Act, which is where they drafted the "Declaration of Rights and Grievances" and sent it to King George III. As a result, Parliament repealed the Stamp Act, but did not even notice the Declaration; therefore, it caused the colonies to build stronger relations upon themselves. ... This lead to the development of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 which further provided proof that colonial unity was evident. ... Within the Declaration for the Causes of Taking up Arms that was sent to England, the colonies refer t...

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STATESMAN Ben is the only person to have signed all four of the documents which helped to create the United States: the Declaration of Independence (1776), the Treaty of Alliance, Amity, and Commerce with France (1778), the Treaty of Peace between England, France, and the United States (1782), and the Constitution (1787). He actually helped to write parts of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. ...

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This time period was also the beginning of his political career; among many other things he soon would be Chief Spokesman for the British colonies and would also have a hand in writing the Declaration of Independence. 1706 - Born January 17 in Boston, Massachusetts 1. ... Became in charge of the mail for all of the northern colonies. 1754 - Represented Pennsylvania at the Albany Congress, during French and the Indian War 1757-62 - In England represented the Pennsylvania Assembly in a taxation dispute with the proprietors of the colony 1766-75 - Worked for reconciliation of England wit...

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The effects of the enlightenment are evident in American Literature, the founding of Georgia as a colony, as well as the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. ... In analyzing the writing of the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson, it can be noted that his work reflects the political thought of the time. ...

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On July 4th of 1776 Thomas Jefferson drew up the Declaration of Independence, which would be the greatest historical document of all time. ... Because of the help of the French and Spanish the colonists were able to hold off the British and win their independence. ...

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At the second Continental Congress, two declarations were proposed. ... In the second declaration, the Declaration for the Causes of Taking up Arms, explained that the colonists felt violated and wanted to preserve their liberties. ... Yet, even in this declaration, they didn't want to be separated from Britain and become independent states. Though not united at all before the Revolution, by the eve of it, many were already united and ready for their independence. ...

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For my report I have decided to write about Benjamin Franklin. Benjamin Franklin invented many things and accomplished many goals. Many of his accomplishments are still used today in our economies. He is considered part of history itself. Benjamin Franklin was born on January 17, 1706. His fa...

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Before the United States gained their independence from Great Britain there were many people who disagreed with the British policies. ... " (www.let.rug.nl) Dickinson helped prepare the first draft of the Articles of Confederation but voted against the Declaration of Independence because he still hoped for conciliation with the British. ...

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Thomas PrinceEnglish 241Franklin Vs. Edison Although Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Edison were born in different eras they are two of the most important inventors and contributors to society, and the development of many of today's new technologies. ...

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"If you would not be forgotten, as soon as you are dead and rotten, either write things worth reading, or do things worth the writing."" --Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin is an extremely influential figure in American history, especially since he played such a diverse character in building hi...

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Franklin's life demonstrates that he did not allow certain things become an obstacle on his way to success: Although he was born a rather ordinary child to rather ordinary parents, he achieved a measure of success in his life through hard work. Franklin was born in 1706, the youngest son of Josia...

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The American Revolution was a war that was fought between a great power and an emerging country. America was greatly outnumbered in men, and it would be easy to infer that the colonists lost their hope immediately. However, propaganda played a huge roll in keeping the colonists rooting for their cou...

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