Declaration of Independence (dec 3, 1775 – jan 16, 1777)
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Declared Independence July 2 1776, official as of July 4 1776Made it clear that the Colonies would fight Britain
Mentions inalienable rights of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness
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Date:
dec 3, 1775
jan 16, 1777
~ 1 years