Thomas Jefferson
Power of the Paper and Pen
Thomas Jefferson
He changed the way Americans live. He did it with a paper and pen. Thomas Jefferson changed everything. How? He was a Founding Father and he wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence. He completed many interesting and challenging tasks. Of all his amazing tasks, the writing he did is most memorable. In addition to his wonderful writing he was a man that was a truly great leader and one to look up to now and forever on.
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Thomas Jefferson's life
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Thomas Jefferson Quote
"Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom." - Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson Fun Facts
He and John Adams died on the 50th anniversary of the writing of the Declaration of Independence. He was rivals with Adams, but Adams' last words were," Thomas Jefferson survives." He said this not knowing Jefferson had died a few hours earlier.
He was a horrible public speaker.
He was a casual person.
He and John Adams were the only two Founding Fathers to become president.
Thomas Jefferson is on the nickel.
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Other facts about Thomas Jefferson
He had six kids.
He spent 17 days writing the Declaration of Independence.
He lived in Paris for almost 5 years.
He was elected president in 1800