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He wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, he was the first secretary of state, he was the third president of the United States of America, and he purchased the Louisiana Territory (the Louisiana Purchase). He also created the Embargo Act which stopped Americans from trading with any foreign countries, but this hurt America's economy. He was also America's second vice-president, co-founder of the Democratic-Republican Party and initiator of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Furthermore, he was the founder of the University of Virginia and author of the Statute of Religious Freedom of Virginia.
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MaxineThomas Jefferson's accomplishments were many. He was the author of the Declaration of Independence, the third president of the US, the president and founder of the University of Virginia, and a well-known patriot.
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What was Thomas Jeffersons salary as President?
About 25,000 dollars a year
Thomas jeffersons many talents?
Thomas Jefferson was a skilled architect, violinist, amateur scientist, and a educator.
When did Thomas Jeffersons father die?
Thomas Jefferson's father, Peter Jefferson, died on August 17, 1757 in Albermarle County, Virginia, at the age of 49.
What is Thomas Jeffersons wife name?
Martha Wayles was born in 1748. She married Thomas Jefferson in 1772, becoming Martha Jefferson. She died in 1782, and Thomas Jefferson became president in 1801, so she was never the first lady.
What is the name of jeffersons home?
Monticello, in Virginia.
