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“In defense of our persons and properties under actual violation, we took up arms. When that violence shall be removed, when hostilities shall cease on the part of the aggressors, hostilities shall cease on our part also.”

Quote by Thomas Jefferson

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The Papers of Thomas Jefferson

This extensive compilation offers a detailed look into the life and thoughts of Thomas Jefferson, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. It includes a vast array of his correspondence, drafts of important documents, and personal reflections, offering a rich resource for understanding his role in American history and his contributions to the nation's political and intellectual development. more

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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson

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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