a powerpoint of thomas jefferson.

1. Thomas Jefferson By: Shelby Slauer & Jesse McConnico Period 3; Mr. Jocham

2. Accomplishments Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence He was the governor of Virginia He was the third President of the United States He bought the Louisiana Territory

3. Thomas Jefferson was a leader in the Enlightenment. He was very interested in science and political philosophy. He was a leader American opponent in the leading international slave trade and presided over its abolition. He is typically remembered as one of the greatest presidents of the United States. Background

4. Thomas Jefferson was the author of the Declaration of Independence, which declared America a free country and was adopted July 4, 1776. This date is now a national holiday. He was also a very influential Republican and a great president for our country. Importance