The life and accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson: Brought to you by the Library of Congress and entered into Powerpoint by Mike Harris!

1. Thomas Jefferson The Awesome One Mike Harris ETE 100 1 September 25th, 2009

2. What He Did Founding Father Author of Declaration of Independence Two Term President Architect of Louisiana Purchase

3. Colonies Uniting United States were originally English Colonies Over time national identity developed Broke free from English control in 1776

4. Thomas Jefferson’s Youth Born 1743 Virginian of Welch descent Father dies at early age. Studies at College of William and Mary. Graduates with High Honors

5. Early Political Career Began adult life as a lawyer 1769 became rep in Virginian House of Burgesses In 1774 wrote a series of resolutions asserting America’s cries for independence.

6. Declaration of Independence In June of 1776 organized five man group to draft Declaration of Independence. July 4th of 1776 it is finished. http://www.loc.gov/rr/program/journey/images/declaration_0001.jpg

7. First Term 1801-1805 Aaron Burr is VP Pardons victims of Alien and Seditions Act Louisiana Purchase 1803 Responsible for nearly ¼ of land USA owns today.

8. Second Term Sees end of First Barbary War – America’s first major Military Victory 1807 sees Aaron Burr tried for treason Embargo Act of 1807 Poor 2nd term

9. Legacy Declaration of Independence Founding Father Laid foundation for how presidency is run today Louisiana Purchase

10. Legacy Cont. Presidency left a sour taste in his mouth Great visionary, poor politician Founded University of Virginia Dies on 4th of July 1826

11. All in All TJ was a great president.