The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence is the first thing that shaped our country into what it is today. Our founding fathers, from Benjamin Franklin to good ole' George Washington, they are responsible for making us into a great nation. And it all started over a convention and a piece of parchment paper.

What is it?

Relations with Britain after Independence

Declaration of Independence and foreign policy

How it affected the United States and the world

Timeline

Key Events

Related Events

Key Figures

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