Order 1094574: Declaration of Independence, Moral and political aspect

Jose R.Escamilla

May 22, 2018

HIUS 221-B13

“Convincing Independence,” in Declaring Independence (A&E Television Network), 46 mins.

This video defines the key players, factors and variables that led to the ultimate decision that placed our nation on its course. The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a historical document but is the most crucial moment in the birth of our nation. From the initial contractions of taxes without representation to the Boston Tea Party, this video demonstrated its final moments before finally declaring itself free and independent. My interest on this moment in our history is the political and moral aspect in convincing the colonies to accept the terms.

The beginning of the video informs us that the colonial army were riding high on recent battles. It also introduced key players such as John Adams and Continental Commanding General George Washington. It proceeds to the impact that “Common Sense”, written by Thomas Pain, had. This allowed the viewer to understand where everyone stood and how this small pamphlet allowed many to support the current cause. Turning the focus to the arrival of the British Navy and the importance of New York. Lastly, it demonstrated the inexperience of the Continental Army and describing the fortunate opportunity that prolonged the fight for independence.

Lastly, this video provided a more thorough examination of the events and factors that led to its independence than I recall or knew. As stated above I would like to exam the political and moral aspect of creating and accepting the foundational document called “The Declaration of Independence. From the moral dilemma of the writer to the debating, rejection and acceptance of the “Declaration.”

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