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“By nature's law, every man has a right to seize and retake by force his own property taken from him by another, by force of fraud. Nor is this natural right among the first which is taken into the hands of regular government after it is instituted. It was long retained by our ancestors. It was a part of their common law, laid down in their books, recognized by all the authorities, and regulated as to circumstances of practice.”

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Book:The Works of Thomas Jefferson: Published by Order of Congress from the Original Manuscripts Deposited in the Department of State
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The Works of Thomas Jefferson: Published by Order of Congress from the Original Manuscripts Deposited in the Department of State

The Works of Thomas Jefferson is a comprehensive compilation of the personal and political writings of Thomas Jefferson. It encompasses a wide range of documents, including letters, drafts, and official papers, offering a detailed insight into Jefferson's thought and actions throughout his career. more

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Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more

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Author:Thomas Jefferson
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Book:The Inaugural Addresses of President Thomas Jefferson, 1801 And 1805
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Book:Thomas Jefferson: A Chronology of His Thoughts
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Book:The writings of Thomas Jefferson: being his autobiography, correspondence, reports, messages, addresses, and other writings, official and private
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