The founding documents are the true primary sources of America.
Writings such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and others written from 1764 to 1791, showcase the philosophical, traditional, and political foundations on which our nation was built and that continue to shape our free society.
Reading about the founding documents in textbooks, journal articles, or other secondary sources can help us understand and appreciate what they say, but reading them yourself is the best way to understand the purpose of our national government, the liberties we enjoy, and how those liberties affect and shape our free society.
Explore the founding documents and the accompanying explanatory resources to broaden your knowledge about the birth of our nation.
