The Declaration Of Independence In World Context Analysis

The history of the United States of America usually begins with the Declaration of Independence as it was the first time the term, “United States of America” was used publicly. The origin of the Revolution leading to the Declaration of Independence has been debated by multiple historians, questioning whether it was for rule within the country or who should rule the country. Furthermore, the Declaration of Independence summarizes the reasons why the thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain and British rule. David Armitage’s essay, “The Declaration of Independence in World Context” focuses on the impacts the declaration created across the world. The lives of Americans were not the only ones altered as it also impacted others through building international relations, inspiring other anti-imperial movements and established a system of communication. Prior to the Declaration of Independence, Great Britain was responsible for all the decisions pertaining the colonies, sometimes disregarded the requests and desires of the colonies. The colonies were limited to Great Britain’s’ regulations including taxation and frontier policies. …show more content…
Once the declaration was released, it became a news sensation with different interpretations of it. Now that the news had spread throughout Europe and the world, it became the common argument that bounded international community. When copies of the declaration were sent across Europe, several countries were not able to obtain it until later that year. Several philosophers analyzed the document and attacked the “opinions of Americans on the Government”. These philosophers were set to questions the standards set by the declaration pertain to the people’s rights. The different interpretations of the document lead to several debates on the rights that pertain to the people and limitations set by the