jul 4, 1776 - Declaration of Independence
Description:
The United States Declaration of Independence is the pronouncement adopted by the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.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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Date:
jul 4, 1776
Now
~ 249 years ago