The Declaration of Independence

This series provides primary and secondary sources to explore and investigate the various opinions offered on each topic. History comes to life as the reader is exposed to the voices of those who participated in and witnessed the dramatic events of the past. More recent writings by historians and other scholars examine events with the benefit of hindsight, illuminating both the heroism and egregious errors of history makers. This volume explores a selection of primary and secondary source articles offering various points of view on the Declaration of Independence. Though the Declaration of Independence made some bold statements about the equality of all people, clearly, its promises have not held true for many Americans. This anthology describes the culture and controversies that were brewing at the time the document was written. It also describes the sometime heated discussions the declaration brought up regarding the slavery issue and provides a look into how others have and continue to use it as a defence of their rights.