Revolutionary Moment
Declaration Of Independence
6/29/2026 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
The formal declaration that the United States was independent from Britain, signed July 4, 1776.
The formal declaration that the United States was independent from Britain, signed July 4, 1776.
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Revolutionary Moment is a local public television program presented by Delta Public Media
Revolutionary Moment
Declaration Of Independence
6/29/2026 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
The formal declaration that the United States was independent from Britain, signed July 4, 1776.
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The Declaration of Independence declared the 13 American colonies independent from Great Britain, formally severing their political ties.
It also outlined the 27 grievances against British rule and the reasons for their revolt.
It aimed to rally public support for the revolution and secure foreign alliances.
It was approved by the Continental Congress on July 4th, 1776.
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