The Declaration of Independence The Four Major Parts
explains why the 2nd Continental Congress drew up the Declaration Preamble
Statement of Natural Rights lists citizens’ rights (unalienable rights – can’t be taken away without due process) and explains why governments are formed Statement of Natural Rights
list of the colonists’ complaints against the British and King George III Grievances
Resolution for Independence colonies declare themselves “free and independent” with the powers of any nation Resolution for Independence
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