Thomas Jefferson’s Original Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence Can Now Be Seen at the Library of Congress
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Thomas Jefferson's original rough draft of the Declaration of Independence is now on display at the Library of Congress.
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The Library of Congress has a new exhibit showing Thomas Jefferson's original rough draft of the Declaration of Independence. This rare document was written in 1776. It shows how the Declaration was written and edited.
Why it matters
This exhibit is important because it helps us understand how the Declaration of Independence was created and how it has changed over time.
- When is the exhibit open?
- The exhibit is open at the Library of Congress.
- What is the name of the exhibit?
- The exhibit is called 'The Declaration's Promise: A Revolutionary Idea'.
- Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
- Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence.
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The outlets frame the story as a historical discovery, with a focus on the significance of the original draft.
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Historical significance
Sources2TypeAngleSmithsonianhighlights the importance of the document
Library of Congressemphasizes the rarity of the document - Coverage cardFraming signal2AngleScouting report
Exhibit details
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Historical context
Sources2TypeAngleLibrary of Congressemphasizes the document's role in American history