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Lesson 79 of 84 · Decolonization
The Thirteen Colonies: Southern Colonies
The Declaration of Independence, adopted July 4, 1776, announced freedom from British rule. Thomas Jefferson wrote that all people have rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Key Facts
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Oral histories preserve community stories.
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Primary sources come from the time of the event.
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Historians use evidence to support claims.
Timeline
1969
Astronauts land on the Moon
1989
The Berlin Wall falls
2001
September 11 attacks change U.S. security policy
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is an artifact?