Explore the pivotal role of the Declaration of Independence in shaping the identity of the United States as a free nation. Understand the growing tensions between Great Britain and its 13 American colonies, leading to the historic rebellion and, ultimately, revolution. Dive into the heart of the issue – taxation without representation, and how it sparked the colonists' fight for the rights of Englishmen. Follow the journey of the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, where the task of drafting the Declaration was entrusted to a committee of five, including renowned figures such as Ben Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. Discover how this profound document declared that governments derive their authority from the consent of the governed, from "We the People," and the inherent right to change or abolish any government that tramples our liberties. Ponder the intriguing what-ifs of history and what might have been if Britain had allowed the colonies representation in Parliament. This exploration of the Declaration of Independence illuminates the principles that underpin the founding of the United States and continue to guide it today.
Check out more videos like this in our Civics Fundamentals series with Judge Douglas Ginsburg. This is question 8 of the 100 questions asked on the U.S. naturalization test.
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