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Thomas Jefferson is born in Shadwell Virginia as the eldest son of an aristocratic family.
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Is married to Marth Wayles Skelton.
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The Delcaration is approved by Congressed and published.
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Is elected Governor of Virginia, succeeding Patrick Henry.
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As the runner-up of the Presidential Election, Jefferson is appointed as John Adams' Vice President.
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Dies in bed at his home, Monticello.