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Declaration of independence: when Thomas Jefferson wanted to preserve his papers, he couldn't wait for Xerox. So he found a way to make copies on his own

Authors :
Wheeler, Mark
Source :
Inc.. September 15, 1996, Vol. 18 Issue 13, p72, 2 p.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

It was reported that Thomas Jefferson was devastated in 1770 when his family home, Shadwell, was destroyed by fire while he was away practicing law. The flames consumed his papers, [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01628968
Volume :
18
Issue :
13
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Inc.
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.18681664