Throughout American history, several documents have defined and shaped the political evolution and ideals of the nation. Among these, the Preamble to the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence stand as critical texts that encapsulate the ethos and intents of the Founding Fathers. While both documents are cornerstones in the foundation of the United States, they serve different purposes and emerge from distinct historical contexts. The Declaration of Independence, drafted by

Declaration of Independence which was drafted by Thomas Jefferson between June 11 and June 28 in 1776 is one of the most cherished symbols of liberty of the nation as well as the most enduring monument of Jefferson. In unforgettable and exalted phrases, convictions are expressed in the heats and minds of people of America by Jefferson. It was not a new political philosophy of the Declaration, John Locke and

Due to these acts, and because of the many others that followed, the colonies proclaimed their independence. On July 2 the Philadelphia Convention had its motion of independence implemented. The state's representatives wanted to emphasize their decision of breaking from the Mother Country, so they presented the Declaration of Independence. Thomas Jefferson was the one who drafted this act. His ideas were not new; he was inspired in his political

Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence Of all the men known as the Founding Fathers of the United States, perhaps the man most discussed is Thomas Jefferson. He was instrumental in the creation of the country through his participation with the First and Second Continental Congress and in ensuring the successful beginning of the nation following the American Revolution. Besides being Vice President to John Adams, and then the third

thirteen colonies that drafted and announced the Declaration of Independence stating their intention to separate from England shortly thereafter wrote the first governing document, the Articles of Confederation. The Articles set forth and defined the relationship between the various colonies and how the relationship between such colonies would serve to form one entity. The Articles served to provide the colonies with a form of unification while the Revolution was

American Independence, National Unity Brief thematic history of the U.S. from 1760 to 1815 In describing U.S. history from 1760 to 1815, I would have to title it as "The United States: The Formative Years." From the British indifference to her New World colonies, and the War for Independence; to the events before the Civil War, the United States formative years were ones of triumph, struggle and unity. During 1763, up until 1775,