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John Peter Muhlenberg
A very popular American clergy . He was also a highly solider in the American Revolution. Signed the DOC. -
John Witherspoon
John was an American founding father who signed the DOC. Helped unify the prebysterian church. He also was the president of the New Jersey college and taught many congressmen and future presidents. -
Declaration of Independence
A document that broke up the British from America and granted the colonist freedom. Mostly written by Thomas Jefferson. Many great leaders and politicians signed this document. -
Benjamin Rush
An American Physician and social reformer who signed the DOC.He was a civic leader in Philadelphia. He also founded Dickinson College. -
John Hancock
One of Bostons leaders when the American Revolution broke out.He was also the first of the Continental Congress to sign the DOC. He signed in a very colorful way and his name is now an idiom for signature. -
E Pluribus Unvum
Means out of many; one. This means out of the many americans we are one together as a nation. This is found on the nickel. -
Fifth Amendment
The fifth amendment puts restrictions on prosecutions. This stops double jeopardy which is being accused of the same crime twice.It also prohibits self discrimination. -
U.S Constitution
Supreme law of the USA. It details the laws and rules for the US government. Establishes unity, justice, tranquility, and promotes general welfare. -
John Jay
One of the founding fathers of America. He was the negotiator of the treaty of paris. He also became the first Chief Justice in America in 1789. -
Bill of Rights
A document that lists all citizens rights. Originally 10 amendments. This document pushed many towards allowing the new constitution. -
John Trambull Sr
Known for his paintings of the American Revolution. Made 12 scenes from the Revolution. Also painted the DOC( date) -
Charles Carroll
An American Catholic who was the last living person who signed the Deceleration of Independence.He was also the only Roman Catholic to sign the DOC. Died 1832 -
Alex de Tocqueville and his Five Principles
French diplomat who helped america in democracy. Had 5 principles which were freedom, egalitarianism, individualism, populism, and laissez-faire. Freedom from tyrannical control, no permanent social structure, free to pursue your goals, participation in political life, and the government has hands-off approach to the economy. -
In God We Trust
Motto of the United States. Found on cash. This was created because of the religious sentiments when america was created. -
Eminent Domain
The use of private property for public use. The government can take property when giving the owner compensation.
