Friday, April 13, 2007

This Day in History: April 13

Thomas Jefferson was born on April 13, 1743, at Shadwell in Albemarle County, Virginia. A member of the Continental Congress, he was the author of the Declaration of Independence at the age of 33.

1 comment:

E. David Quammen said...

"...he was the author of the Declaration of Independence at the age of 33."

He was ONE of the authors, although undoubtly the main one. The others were Benjamin Franklin, John and/or Samuel Adams and perhaps others.

Declaration of Independence, First Draft & Reported Draft, June 28, 1776