Historical Foundations - Breakdown of the Declaration of Independence Flashcards
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Preamble
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- purpose: introduction of why the declaration was being written
- content: explains why Congress is formally separating from the king
2
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Declaration of Rights
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- purpose: describes how a government should treat the citizens
- content: men are equal in Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness
3
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List of Grievances
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- purpose: feelings about King George III
- content: detailed list of charges against the King
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Resolution of Independence
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- purpose: declare colonies free and independent of the crown
- content: colonists wanted to preserve peace but force to declare independence