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“We have counted the cost of this contest, and find nothing so dreadful as voluntary slavery.-Honor, justice, and humanity, forbid us tamely to surrender that freedom which we received from our gallant ancestors, and which our innocent posterity have a right to receive from us. We cannot endure the infamy and guilt of resigning succeeding generations to that wretchedness which inevitably awaits them, if we basely entail hereditary bondage upon them.”

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Book:Jefferson Himself: The Personal Narrative of a Many-Sided American
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Jefferson Himself: The Personal Narrative of a Many-Sided American

This book provides a detailed examination of the life of Thomas Jefferson, focusing on his diverse roles as a politician, philosopher, and scientist. It explores his personal narrative, highlighting his beliefs, achievements, and the impact of his actions on the formation of the United States. 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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