The Declaration of Independence, signed on July 4th, 1776, is the cornerstone of American freedom, affirming the fundamental and unalienable rights of mankind as irrevocably endowed by their Creator, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The document's preamble declares that all men are created equal and that governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed. The signers of the Declaration risked everything to separate from Britain, and their legacy continues to inspire Americans to support and defend liberty at all costs.
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