Declaration of Independence

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Sources

1. WebsiteDeclaration of Independence: A Transcription

Relations

influenced by:

• John Locke

  Sources: The Enlightenment: The Pursuit of Happiness, 1680–1790, Declaration of Independence: A Transcription

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

  Sources: The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763–1789, The American Revolution: A History

signed by:

• Benjamin Franklinsince 2 Aug 1776

  Sources: The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763–1789, The American Revolution: A History

• John Adamssince 2 Aug 1776

  Sources: The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763–1789, The American Revolution: A History

• Thomas Jeffersonsince 2 Aug 1776

  Sources: The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763–1789, The American Revolution: A History

written by:

• Thomas Jefferson

  Sources: Declaration of Independence: A Transcription

Appears in3 items

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  The American Revolution2 items
  • The Declaration of Independence is adopted4 Jul 1776
  • Delegates sign the Declaration2 Aug 1776
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  The Enlightenment1 item
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    The Declaration of Independence4 Jul 1776