Thomas Jefferson, (letter to Mrs Quotes
A collection of quotes by Thomas Jefferson, (letter to Mrs.
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American statesman, lawyer, and Founding Father who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. Known for his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson advocated for individual rights and religious freedom. He was a proponent of limited government and believed in the importance of agrarianism and education. Jefferson's presidency was marked by the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and the abolition of the international slave trade. His intellectual contributions and political legacy have made him one of the most influential figures in American history.