3h 3min, aug 2, 1776 y - Declaration of Independence is signed
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Written by Thomas Jefferson. Purpose was to address the reasons why America wished to separate from Britain and officially declare the separation. Consists of 5 parts: Introduction, Preamble, Body 1, Body 2, Conclusion.
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3h 3min, aug 2, 1776 y
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