Surprising Names Missing From the U.S. Declaration of Independence and Constitution
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from 24/7 Wall St.2 months ago
Despite being the first president, George Washington didn't actually sign the Declaration of Independence, as he was commanding the Continental Army during its adoption in 1776.
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John Dickinson, known as the 'Penman of the Revolution,' refused to sign the Declaration of Independence believing reconciliation with Britain was preferable to independence.
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Patrick Henry, renowned for his ardent calls for liberty, also refrained from signing the Declaration and Constitution due to his strong political beliefs.
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Many founding figures could not sign the foundational documents of America, either due to physical absence or differing political ideologies among them.
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