The Declaration of Independence is one of the most famous documents signed in history and is the most important symbol of democracy and freedom in the United States. The document was passed on July 4, 1776. The document stated independence of the Thirteen Colonies from the British Empire. North Carolina, South Carolina, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia and New York (the Thirteen Colonies) formed a new independent nation known as the United States of America.
The Declaration of Independence was drafted by the three American founding fathers, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin. They were all successful revolutionary leaders and they were almost certain that America will once and for all be independent from Britain. The document was written by Thomas Jefferson and was signed by 56 delegates to the continental congress from all of the thirteen colonies, including John Hancock, one of the most notable signers. Many copies of the Declaration of Independence was published and printed at Dunlap broadside while the original one was lost in the process. The day the document was passed (July 4, 1776) was chosen by the founding fathers to be the national holiday of America (Independence Day) although John Adams wanted this day to follow up upon July 2. The Declaration of Independence is a symbol of freedom, liberty and democracy and is the remembered document that makes the United States of America a free country.
George Washington, 1st President of the United States of America
1732-1799
Thomas Jefferson, 3rd President of the United States of America
1743-1826
1743-1826
Benjamin Franklin, 6th President of Pennsylvania
1706-1790
1706-1790