It was a speech by Abraham Lincoln, it was considered a very powerful speech .<span>it was a monumental act</span>
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Richard Henry Lee, a delegate from Virgina, introduced a resolution to Congress in Philadelphia proclaiming independence from Britain; John Adams seconded the motion.
Lee’s resolution declared that the colonies had the right to be free and independent States;
That the actions were to be taken immediately for a total dissolution of bonds with the British Crown.
Many Jews were killed or tortured. Many were also accused of being wizards, witches, and heretics. During the Inquisition, many Jews were torture and killed.