The Declaration of Independence is a document written by the Founding Fathers of the United States in 1776. It declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain and outlined the principles of the new nation. The document states that all people are created equal and have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It also states that governments are created to protect these rights and that the people have the right to alter or abolish a government that fails to do so. The Declaration of Independence was a major step in the American Revolution and is still seen as a cornerstone of American democracy.
