Book 1 || The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America by Thomas Jefferson Book 1 || The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America by Thomas Jefferson Book 1 || The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America by Thomas Jefferson The Declaration of Independence, authored primarily by Thomas Jefferson in 1776, is one of the most important documents in American history. It formally announced the American colonies' decision to break away from British rule and justified the reasons for doing so. The declaration is divided into three main sections: an introduction explaining the purpose of government and the rights of individuals, a list of grievances against King George III and British oppression, and the conclusion, which declares the colonies as free and independent states. The document eloquently assert...