Famous actors and actresses read the declaration of independence of the usa. Nab asks congress to protect the rights of people with disabilities and older adults during the pandemic, lessons from native american communities on fighting the food crisis and the latest artist to pen a covid19 anthem all in what we. Declaration of independence text of the declaration of. Declaration of independence in congress, july 4, 1776. Two days later on july 4, a declaration explaining the reasons for independence, largely written by thomas jefferson, had also been adopted.
What does this quotation from the introduction of the declaration of independence do. In this sense, the declaration and bill of rights, on the one hand, and the constitution, on the other, are mirror images of each other. These beliefs included the assertion that it is the duty of the people to terminate an abusive government. Declaration of independence 16 translations dotsub. The unanimous declaration of the thirteen united states of america, when in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to. To tell the truth i couldnt listen to the whole thing, but freeman s opening comments are inspiring as fireworks in their own way. Washington received official notification when a letter dated july 6 arrived from john hancock, the president of the continental congress, along with a. Nov 06, 2015 introduction to the reading of the declaration of independence by hollywood actors.
Such places are usually declared from part or all of the territory of another state or failed state, or are breakaway territories from within the larger state. Just in time for the 4th of july otherwise known as independence day. Sep 17, 2007 part 2 mel gibson, michael douglas, renee zellweger, kevin spacey, winona ryder, ed norton, whoopi goldberg, ming na, benicio del toro and kathy bates state their declaration of independence. Finally, on the 4th of july, the declarationtheir approbation. Morgan freeman and the declaration of independence blue. Declaration of independence full text the declaration of independence was adopted on july 4, 1776. What does this quotation from the introduction of the. Jefferson wanted to establish life liberty and its pursuit of happiness. Despite these similarities and differences, the declaration, the constitution, and the bill of rights are, in many ways, fused together in the minds of americans, because they represent what is best about america.
In this light, the declaration is not a symbolbut more practically, a model. This document, which the second continental congress adopted on 4 july 1776, proclaimed the original thirteen american colonies independent of great britain and provided an explanation and justification of that step. The declaration of independence was a statement adopted by the continental congress on july 4, 1776, which announced that the thirteen american colonies, then at. When armed conflict between bands of american colonists. The declaration of independence and god by owen anderson. The unanimous declaration of the thirteen united states of america, when in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the. Declaration of independence intro morgan freeman youtube. Mumbets declaration of independence kindle edition by woelfle, gretchen, delinois, alix.
Above, we have some very recognizable hollywood celebs including eight oscar winners reading the declaration. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading mumbets declaration of independence. The declaration of independence became a new genre of writingthat of a document in recognition of a new nation, people, or the furtherance of a cause. Produced by norman lear and rob reiner, and hosted by morgan freeman, this dramatic reading of the declaration of independence features actors mel gibson, michael douglas, kevin spacey, whoopi goldberg, ed norton, benicio del toro, renee zellweger, and winona ryder. Gawalt talked about what life was like in 1776 and how the public at that time reacted to the signing of the declaration of independence.
The conversation between caesar and freeman leaves the reader with ambiguity because the plot of the story was changed. It was filmed in independence hall in philadelphia, in the actual room where the declaration was debated and approved. Mumbets declaration of independence tells the story of a massachusetts slave from the revolutionary erain 1781, she successfully used the new massachusetts constitution to make a legal case that she should be free. Our goal is to rekindle public commitment to the founding documents that first articulated americas core values. Sep 12, 2014 actors reading the declaration of independence, hosted by morgan freeman, who gives a thoughtprovoking introduction about the struggle to realize the ideals of this famous document. For the sake of making this worthwhile, pretend it isnt the infamous mel gibson reading the very first lines. Signers of the declaration of independence national archives. Lear announced the launch of a nationwide tour of an original print of the declaration of independence that he recently acquired. A declaration to that effect was, on the same and the following days, taken into further consideration. Declaration 17 is an open alliance of private individuals who have joined in opposition, challenge and resistance to the policies and practices of president trump. Mumbets declaration of independence woelfle, gretchen, berneis, susie on. The declaration of independence, the constitution of the united states, and the bill of rights are the focus of this site from the u. Nearly every printed or manuscript edition of the declaration of independence has slight differences in punctuation, capitalization, and. The declaration committee, which included thomas jefferson of virginia, roger sherman of connecticut, benjamin franklin of pennsylvania, robert r.
That to secure these rights, governments are instituted. Although the section of the lee resolution dealing with independence was not adopted until july 2, congress appointed on june 10 a committee of five to draft a statement of. Translation of declaration of independence in english. Reading of the declaration of independence intro by morgan freeman. Declaration of independence george washingtons mount vernon.
The declaration of independence narrated by morgan freeman please, if you have an extra 15 minutes, get a cup of coffee or a tall cold glass of water and watch this very inspirational and excellently performed recital of the declaration of independence. The declaration of independence was the first formal statement by a nations people asserting their right to choose their own government. The declaration explained why the thirteen colonies at war with the kingdom of great britain regarded themselves as thirteen independent sovereign states, no longer. As moses coit tyler noted almost a century ago, no assessment of it can be complete without taking into account its extraordinary merits as a work of political prose style.
Declaration of independence video 2003 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. It states the colonists lack of respect for great britain. Can you imagine todays congress getting this revision process finished in two days. The registerguard when in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume, among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of natures god entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the. On july 4, 2001, a group of actors gathered in philadelphia to perform the declaration of independence as a work of theater. Declaration of independence introduction morgan freeman. Starting from the declaration of independence, anderson considers both challenges to belief in god from thinkers like thomas paine and american darwinists, as well as modifications to the concept of god by theologians like charles finney and paul tillich. The declaration of independence as read by max mclean. The exhibit is designed to be visited sequentially, following a path from the making of the charters, three chapters on the documents themselves, and.
Nov 27, 2019 the conversation between caesar and freeman leaves the reader with ambiguity because the plot of the story was changed. Declaration of independence american founding documents including constitution, bill of rights, and declaration of independence, free to download and print. What are the selfevident truths noted in the declaration. While they would not necessarily be the celebrities i would have selected, they do a commendable job. Declaration of independence part 1 morgan freeman intro. Declaration of independence read by morgan freeman, mel gibson. Thirteen colonies including new hampshire, massachusetts, rhode island, connecticut, new york, new jersey, pennsylvania, delaware, maryland, virginia, north carolina, south carolina and georgia approved the measure unanimously. Reading of the declaration of independence intro by. In the declaration of independence and god, owen anderson traces the concept of a selfevident creator through americas legal history. Morgan freeman and other hollywood stars read the declaration of independence aloud.
They were outlined so eloquently in perhaps the greatest document ever written, the declaration of independence. This wonderful story is an inspiration of hope and a reminder that we need to treat everyone with respect and equally. Starting from the declaration of independence, anderson considers both challenges to belief in god from thinkers like thomas paine and american darwinists, as well as modifications to the concept of god by. As a master penman, he is believed to have handlettered the parchment declaration. Highresolution declaration stone engraving image 1. Years of public display have faded and worn this treasured document. The founding fathers of the united states, or simply the founding fathers, were a group of american leaders who united the thirteen colonies, led the war for independence from great britain, and built a frame of government for the new united states of america upon republican principles during the latter decades of the 18th century. Declaration of independence read by morgan freeman, mel. The document that thomas jefferson wrote shows the journey that the colonies have taken. The declaration of independence constituting america. I would like to take a moment this holiday to revisit the sources of that freedom.
Why does the conversation between caesar and freeman about. The committee elected thomas jefferson of virginia to write the declaration. The united states declaration of independence is the pronouncement adopted by the second continental congress meeting at the pennsylvania state house now known as independence hall in philadelphia, pennsylvania, on july 4, 1776. The condition of the parchment declaration of independence is a sign of the place it has held in the hearts of many americans. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Declaration of independence assignmentgovt declaration of independence email protectedbdsdcc02101 first part of declaration and jeffersons original draft part i answer the first 10 questions by reading the final draft of the declaration.
Aug, 2012 this week in our hands on revolutionary war for kids history unit we learned about the declaration of independence for kids, make our own diy spy cipher, go on a virtual fieldtrip and more. All men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain. The declaration of independence is perhaps the most masterfully written state paper of western civilization. Livingston of new york, and john adams of massachusetts, was appointed by congress on june 11, 1776, to draft a declaration in anticipation of an expected vote in favor of american independence. Resentful of their governments abuses and usurpations, thirteen colonies declared their right to become independent states. When, in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume, among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of natures god entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should. Mumbets declaration of independence tell of her life, hopes, dreams, intelligence, and determination to know true freedom. The declaration of independence, read aloud by npr staff.
A reading of the declaration of independence mirror. Declaration of independence declared a continental congress on july 4 1776 and it also explains the need of british colonies to start their own countries. Betty white surprises morgan freeman at the 39th afi life achievement award. Declaration of independence intro morgan freeman brian weaver.
There is also an introduction by morgan freeman that sets the stage well. Actors reading the declaration of independence, hosted by. The declaration of independence narrated by morgan freeman. The congress spent two days in revising the document. The declaration of independence not only represents a historical milestone for america as a country free of england, but it is also considered the document that expresses the democratic american spirit. Mumbets declaration of independence kindle edition by. The declaration of independence national council for the. Actors read the declaration of independence youtube.
Although it was first drafted as a revolutionary manifesto, americans of later generations came to honor the. With kathy bates, benicio del toro, michael douglas, morgan freeman. It was engrossed on parchment and on august 2, 1776, delegates began signing it. Declaration of independence morgan freeman youtube. Dec 14, 2018 home americas founding documents declaration of independence how was it made. Nab asks congress to protect the rights of people with disabilities and older adults during the pandemic, lessons from native american communities on fighting the food crisis and the latest artist to pen a covid19 anthem all in what were reading. The unanimous declaration of the thirteen united states of america, when in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of natures god entitle them, a decent respect to. It was presented before the second continental congress and on july 4, 1776, at the pennsylvania state house the united states declaration of independence was ratified. He also talked about the signers of the declaration. The declaration of independence audiobook by thomas. Declaration of independence for kids 123 homeschool 4 me. The declaration of independence was presented before the continental congress for approval on july 2, 1776, but it was not formally ratified until july 4. What jefferson made from scratch, others may merely copy or emulate. April 20, 2020 declaration for independence declarationforindependence.
Featuring morgan freeman, mel gibson, michael douglas, kathy bates. He served as a delegate to the continental congress. As far as is known, the documents were written by u. This week in our hands on revolutionary war for kids history unit we learned about the declaration of independence for kids, make our own diy spy cipher, go on a virtual fieldtrip and more. In week 3 of our fun, hands on history unit on the american revolutionary war we watched episodes 22 from the outstanding liberty kids video series. That the president and the administration are bound to protect, preserve and defend these rights, deriving their powers from the consent of the governed, the constitution, declaration of independence and the laws of the nation. Song the long road to justice amistadsoundtrack version artist john williams. Beneath it, weve included a grainier version that features a nice preface by morgan freeman.
Today it is maintained under the most exacting archival conditions possible. Licensed to youtube by umg on behalf of dreamworks. The source for this transcription is the first printing of the declaration of independence, the broadside produced by john dunlap on the night of july 4, 1776. The original rough draught of the declaration of independence, one of the great milestones in american history, shows the evolution of the text from the initial composition draft by jefferson to the final text adopted by congress on the morning of july 4, 1776. Declaration of independence, printed by john dunlap, july 4, 1776, records of the continental and confederation, congresses and the constitutional convention, 17741789, record group 360. In the year 2010 ad, the uns international court of justice ruled in an advisory opinion in. United states declaration of independence wikipedia. Clair clarke and peter force, washington dc, 18481853 image courtesy of.
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