... Latin classics, history, literature, geography, and natural science. In March 1760 Jefferson entered the College of William and Mary. B. Occupational Background- 1767- Jefferson admitted to the practice of law and became a successful lawyer. Also supervised the Shadwell Plantation. Was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses. Took an active part in events that lead to the American Revolution. 1776- ... Jefferson took his seat in Congress as an elected delegate and wrote the Declaration of Independence. Served as Secretary of State under Washington and Vice president under Madison. II...

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... of votes became President; the second highest candidate became Vice-President. Hamilton had expected that the vote of South Carolina would go to Jefferson and Pinckney, since Pinckney was a native of South Carolina (Roseboom, 25). In which case, Federalist electors in all states except South Carolina would vote for Adams and Pinckney, and the electors in South Carolina ... echoed in handbills, leaflets, and endless columns of newspaper print. Libelous documents were printed in opposition to Adams personally, as well as his Administration. Federalists also contributed to the libelous lite...

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