Declaration of Sentiments

On July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence became one of the founding documents of the United States of America. Addressed to King George III, the king of Great Britain it explains the grievances of the American colonies and that they were leaving the British Empire. The preamble of this great document reads, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and…

Negro by law, to women’s fight for the franchise. These thinkers inspired revolt against irrational authority with the theme of resistance, by ringing the bell of freedom against the oppressor. With writings such as Pain’s Common Sense, Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence, and Thoreau’s Civil…

he was drafting the new government. The Declaration of Independence states, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, THAT ALL MEN ARE CREATED EQUAL; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." It is this powerful belief in equality that influenced women’s rights activists at Seneca Falls, New York. Their “Declaration of Sentiments” was modeled after the Declaration of Independence. Women were granted…

However, conflict between Jamestown settlers and the peoples of the Powhatan Confederacy, along with conflict between old and new planters culminated in Bacon’s Rebellion in 1675. “The Declaration of the People, against Sr: Wm: Berkeley, and Present Governors of Virginia” written by Nathaniel Bacon highlights the sources of this conflict. Bacon’s Rebellion and the ideals behind his grievances led to the eventual defeat and dispersion of the…

long and has been referred to as one of America’s first best-sellers. Common Sense made a debut in January of 1776 and caused a spark of patriotism throughout the colonies which many historians believe paved the path for the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson in the following July. However, Paine was an immigrant to the United Sates and his life before here was far from what many would consider “the American Dream”. Shortly after his journey to America, Paine was…

What were Benjamin Franklin’s contributions to American life? Throughout Benjamin Franklin’s life he has accomplished many things. Most of what he accomplished was contributions to American life. Benjamin Franklin’s contributions to American life were literature, diplomacy, and science. One of Benjamin Franklin’s contributions to American life is literature. At a young age Benjamin Franklin loved to read (Canada). He loved reading so much that he would borrow books from anyone that would lend…

the nation’s birth? They could not now expect to share those rights and freedoms that had been won. In most founding fathers’ point, the United States had no obligation to include Indians in the body politic or to protect Indian lands. But, the Declaration had also made clear that Indians were “savages” (Calloway). United States policy toward Native Americans had continued to evolve after the American Revolution. George Washington considered that Native Americans were equals with other American…

Hemp Although the mere mention of the commodity hemp brings about many biases and opinions over the matter, it is without question many have not looked at the commodity in an academic standing with objective intentions. With hemp crucial involvement the three different area, them being early usage such as rope, paper and clothing, to medical usage with its oils, and effects on mans, and as intoxicate usage with its ritual use in Indian culture. We see how the commodity hemp’s connections…

I work in a water bottling factory and the first thing I see when I walk into the warehouse is a shiny, chrome machine that clearly states “Crafted with Pride in the U.S.A”. While this is a lovely sentiment, there are many other ways to be showing pride for one’s country. More people need to get involved, make sure this country’s history is known and be sincerely proud of it. Thank a Veteran, take the time to hear their stories and about their love…

because a soldier was just here last week?" I asked. "No. James we are aware you are an avid patriot, along with your buddies in there. Therefore, we are also aware you are a delegate for the colony of New York, so you will be signing the Declaration of Independence?" the men asked. It was loudly silent. The usual bustle of the city dead. The tension was palpable. "Yes Mister," I…