What founding document said the American colonies were free from Britain?

Question 9 of 128 · Principles of American Democracy

Accepted answer

Explanation

The Declaration of Independence (1776) is the document that said the 13 American colonies were free from Britain. Remember: Declaration = declaring freedom.

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