The Declaration of Independence, the document that began the American Revolution. The preamble, resolution of independence, and natural rights are the main topics being stated in this essay. The Founding Fathers explained there reasons and opinions in this document.
Starting off, the preamble was the purpose of the Declaration, the reason why it was written. It explains the separation from Britain. The purpose of the preamble was to inform the British parliament of King George III of all thirteen American colonies to separate from the English rule.
Next, the Founding Fathers believed that all men were created equally. What they had meant by that was all white men with property were created equal, and had unalienable rights given by God. The unalienable rights were Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Life meant that the people wanted to be as safe as possible from threats to them. Liberty meant, the people wanted to be free and live freely, and be able to make there own decisions. And, the Pursuit of Happiness meant to freely pursue joy and live life in a way that makes you happy, as long as you don’t do anything illegal or violate the rights of others. The purpose of government was protecting the humans rights of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. It is the job of the government to protect these rights. …show more content…
Such as, “ For quartering large bodies of armed troops among us.” This grievance means, for housing troops among the people. Another grievance is, “ For cutting off our trade with all parts of the world. “ This meant for playing restriction on our ability to trade. The last grievance is, “ For placing taxes on us without our consent. “ Which means, for placing taxes without our approval. The Founding Fathers made grievances to help make the colonies