Declaration of Independence
History of the Declaration
The Declaration of Independence: A History
Nations come into being in many ways.
The First Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Who were the first people to hear Thomas Jefferson’s memorable words spoken in public?
America's 100 Other Declarations of Independence
The document we celebrate today wasn't just the work of Thomas Jefferson's individual genius. Everyone was doing it.
Commentary
How the Meaning of the Declaration of Independence Changed Over Time
When the Continental Congress adopted the nation’s founding document on July 4, 1776, it was a call for the right to statehood rather than individual liberties.
Dreams of a Revolution Deferred
For Black citizens of the early United States, the Fourth of July was a yearly reminder of a revolution deferred.
Convulsions Within: When Printing the Declaration of Independence Turns Partisan
Even America's founding document isn't immune to the powers of polarization.