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John Witherspoon
Became the president of the college of New Jersey and began to expand this type of curriculum across the country. As a result, it became successful. -
Benjamin Rush
Became a member of the sons of Liberty in Philadelphia. -
John Hancock
Elected as president of continental congress. -
The Declaration of Independence
The document was signed for America to claim itself a country away from British oppression. -
"E pluribus unum"
Motto adopted by America and printed in the seal. -
Jonathan Trumbull
Ceased his office as governer of Connecticut. -
U.S constitution
Signed for approval in Massachusetts and later signed by other states. -
Charles Carrol
Elected as the senate of Maryland. -
Fifth Amendment
This right has been passed by congress -
Bill of Rights
Created to justify rights for citizens -
John Jay
Became the first chief justice of United States supreme court. -
Eminent Domain
This law became ratified -
Peter Muhlenburg
Became Senator of Philadelphia -
Alexis de Tocqueville and his five principles
De Tocqueville's five principles were created when he travelled to America. They were liberty, individualism, Laissez-Faire, egalitarianism, and populism. -
"In God we trust"
A brand new motto that became adopted by the U.S and as a replacement for the past motto," E pluribus unum".