Thomas Jefferson and American History

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The paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes American history between 1492 and 1877. Specifically it discusses the most important person in history during that time - Thomas Jefferson. The paper notes that Jefferson was the most important American of this period because of several factors: He wrote the Declaration of Independence, served as President of the United States, and acted as a statesman during the Revolutionary War. The paper also comments that Jefferson made even more contributions to American history, which is why he was so important to the country.

From the Paper:

"In actuality, Jefferson formed a more Democratic type of government, and created the Republican-Democratic political party, just another one of his contributions to the country. He also worked tirelessly for religious freedom and the separation of church and state, two principles that still guide our country today. He also admitted Ohio as a state during his presidency, and added several Supreme Court justices to the bench. He served two terms as President, and refused to run for another term in 1809 when his presidency came to an end. He was also the first president to be inaugurated in Washington, D.C."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Editors. "Working Women." The Gale Group. 2008. 29 April 2008. <http://socialissues.wiseto.com/Topics/WorkingWomen/>
• Mintz, S. "Digital History." Digital History.uh.edu. 2007. 29 April 2008. <http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu>

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