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Declaration of Independence: Track Changes Version

Thomas Jefferson wrote out the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, but he did not do so alone and without guidance. After all, he had been a member of the Continental C...

The Declaration of Independence at 250, Part III

Independence Day: The History That Built a Nation

Independence Day stands as one of the most defining moments in American history, a day when courage overcame fear, and a bold vision for self‑government reshaped the world. On July...

Big challenges facing the Declaration of Independence 250 years later

With the signing of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago, America’s founders accomplished something new under the sun: They brought into existence a nation rooted in the b...

The Declaration of Independence at 250, Part II

Declaration of Independence read in Joplin, other cities across the U.S.

We all celebrated July 4th, but today July 8th, marked another major event in our nation's birth.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

Happy Independence Day! Text of the Declaration of Independence Note: The source for this transcription is the first printing of the Declaration of Independence,В the broadside pro...

The timeless truths behind the Declaration of Independence

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American founding, it’s important to point out that the Declaration of Independence does not begin with politics. Before it speaks of ri...

The Declaration of Independence was just the beginning

The smoke from the fireworks has cleared. The memories of parades and picnics have faded. The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence has come and gone....

Celebrating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence

As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its birth, the U.S. Postal Service pays tribute to the document that put America's founding ideals in writing with the release o...

The Declaration of Independence Packs History-Changing Power

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Original Intent of the Declaration

During this 250th anniversary of independence, Americans are presented with a familiar narrative—one grounded more in national myth than historical reality. It goes something like...

A look at America's founding from the room where independence was declared

In July of 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially voted to sever political ties with Great Britain and declare independence. In this week celebrating 250 years since the...

Exclusive Excerpt—Matthew Spalding: ‘The Making of the American Mind: The Story of Our Declaration’

The Declaration of Independence is the defining act of the great drama that is the American Founding. Its words unite our hearts and our minds in a civic friendship of enlightened...

Declaration of Independence readings planned across the county

America’s founding document will be read in four places in Addison County

The Declaration of Independence Lists 27 Grievances Against King George The III That Helped Win Our Independence.

Here are some samples of the 27 grievances that inspired our Founding Fathers to draft the Declaration and free our people from the rule of a corrupt king. #1. He has refused his A...

What Happened to the 56 Signatories of the Declaration of Independence

By Joseph Lord Today the United States celebrates the 250th—or semiquincentennial—anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. While July 4 marks the day Thomas...

The Declaration of Independence wasn’t really complaining about King George, and 5 other surprising facts

Americans may think they know a lot about the Declaration of Independence, but many of those ideas are elitist and wrong, asВ historian Woody HoltonВ explains.

16th Century Theological Debate Around Dec. of Independence

Providence On July 4th this year, America will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The document is a snapshot of the philosophical values embodied...

The Declaration of Independence Performed by Morgan Freeman, Benicio del Toro, Winona Ryder & Other Actors

Some successful Hollywood producers spend their money on yachts, sports teams, and European castles. Norman Lear’s biggest purchase, or at least his most famous one, was a copy of...

Today in Supreme Court History: July 4, 1776

7/4/1776: Declaration of Independence is signed. The post Today in Supreme Court History: July 4, 1776 appeared first on Reason.com.

The Declaration of Independence: A Master Class in Writing

Happy 250th Birthday, America! Today we celebrate a country that was born from one of the most brilliantly crafted pieces of writing in human history. Thomas Jefferson wrote a docu...

Good News in History, July 4

Happy Birthday to the United States of America. On this day 250 years ago, the leaders of the Continental Congress of the 13 American colonies voted to adopt the Declaration of Ind...