About Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father who served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He is best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, outlining the philosophical foundations of American democracy, and for the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, which significantly expanded U.S. territory. A proponent of individual liberties and a strong advocate for the separation of church and state, Jefferson's legacy continues to influence American political thought.
