Thursday, September 26, 2013

Declaration of Independence Outline

  1. Preamble
    1. American Colonies are separating themselves from Great Britain 
    2. They feel their rights are being violated
    3. When the main government becomes destructive, the people have the right to abolish the government and make a new one
  2. Complaints
    1.  The colonists weren't allowed any representation in Britain
    2. It took to long for laws to either be approved to denied
    3. He sent troops over to the colonies even thought they were at peace
    4. Troops were being punished for the crimes they committed 
    5. Cutting off trade to the rest of the world
    6. Imposing unfair taxes
    7. No fair trials by jury
    8.  Preamble
  3. Conclusion
    1. The states will no longer be associated with Britain
    2.  They have the right to start war, create peace, create alliances, establish commerce and can do anything an independent country can do
    3. They pledge their lives, fortune, and sacred honor to each other

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