Foundations of American govermment

By eramirezse

  • Ben Fraklin

    Benjamin Franklin was a modern day Renaissance Man. Like Leonardo da Vinci, Ben Franklin excelled in many areas including science, inventing, politics, writing, music, and diplomacy. He is one of the founding fathers of the United States of America and is often called the "First American".

  • George washington

    He also was the first President of the United States and helped to define what the role of the president would be going forward.

  • Thomas Jefferon

    Thomas Jefferson became a leader in the fight for independence and represented Virginia at the Continental Congress.

  • john Adams

    John Adams was the 2nd President of the United States.
    Served as President: 1797-1801
    Vice President: Thomas Jefferson
    Party: Federalist
    Age at inauguration: 61

  • Declaration of independence

    On July 4, 1776 the Congress officially adopted the final version of the Declaration of Independence. This day is still celebrated in the United States as Independence Day.

  • Bill of rights

    The Bill of Rights are the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution.