In 1776 Thomas wrote this document which declared that the only way to resolve problems with England was to declare independence?

In 1776, Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence, a pivotal document asserting the American colonies' intention to separate from British rule. It articulated grievances against King George III and emphasized the colonies' right to self-governance. The Declaration served as a formal statement of independence, rallying support for the American Revolution and laying the groundwork for a new nation based on principles of liberty and equality.