Brazil was first colonized by the Portuguese in 1500s. The Portuguese were the first European settlers to arrive in the area, led by adventurous Pedro Cabra. In 1822 that prince regent Dom Pedro declared Brazil's independence from Portugal. This was formalized in 1825 through a teaty signed by both Brazil and Portugal
"It was invented in 1898" would be the most false statement, since it was actually invented in 1875, but it should be noted that depending on the machine, completely accuracy is not always assured.
The Declaration of Independence is a document that was created for the values and freedoms the colonist wanted because they decided they wouldn't be ruled without representation.
