jul 4, 1776 - Declaration of independence

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The United States Declaration of Independence is the pronouncement adopted by the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. . It holds the idea that an educated public would strengthen democracy. It also greatly contributed to the question of education since Declaration of Independence states that everyone has the right to education, education in elementary should be free and compulsory, higher education should be accessible to all etc.
One purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to explain their view of the purpose of human government. The signers believed that all men were created equal by God and that they possess certain unalienable rights.
It was directed to the development of human personality and strengthened the respect of the human rights.
Special attention was paid to understanding, tolerance and friendship among all nations, races or religions. The prior goal was to maintain peace.
Sections dealing with slavery were later removed as it was considered a political necessity.

What is the Declaration of Independence?
A document that declares America's independence from England and establishes the 13 colonies as the United States.

Why was it written?
To gain freedom from England's control.

What does it say?
We will acknowledge the Creator above all earthly kings. It gives 27 reasons why King George III was a tyrant and declares America's independence from England.

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