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Jefferson Collection (#6)

"Jefferson: A Legacy of Leadership, Knowledge, and Controversy" From the hallowed halls of the Library of Congress to the majestic Rotunda at the University of Virginia

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Davis, American soldier and politician, (early 20th century). Artist: Gordon Ross

Jefferson Davis, American soldier and politician, (early 20th century). Artist: Gordon Ross
Jefferson Davis, American soldier and politician, (early 20th century). Davis (1808-1889) is most famous for serving as the first and only President of the Confederate States

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States, (early 20th century). Artist: Gordon Ross

Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States, (early 20th century). Artist: Gordon Ross
Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States, (early 20th century). Jefferson (1743-1826), was President from 1801 until 1809

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate (southern) States

Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederate (southern) States. After announcing the secession of Mississippi from the Union (the second state to do so after South Carolina) in January 1861

Background imageJefferson Collection: Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861

Inauguration of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, Montgomery, Alabama, 1861. After announcing the secession of Mississippi from the Union (the second state to do so after South Carolina)

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson, 1805. Artist: Rembrandt Peale

Thomas Jefferson, 1805. Artist: Rembrandt Peale
Thomas Jefferson, 1805

Background imageJefferson Collection: John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel

John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
John Bulls Neutrality, 1863. Look Here, Boys, I Don t Care Twopence For Your Noise, But If You Throw Stones At My Windows, I Must Thrash You Both

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Lowndes, English rower

Jefferson Lowndes, English rower
Jefferson Lowndes (1858-1893), English rower. late 19th century

Background imageJefferson Collection: Cover design, Chinatown, San Francisco, California, USA

Cover design, Chinatown, San Francisco, California, USA. Date: 1936

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). American Founding Father. Pres

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). American Founding Father. Pres
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). American Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence (1776) and de third President of the United State (1801-1809). Colored engraving

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson (1743 1826). Statue. Missouri History Muse

Thomas Jefferson (1743 1826). Statue. Missouri History Muse
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). American Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence (1776) and the third President of the United States (18011809). Statue

Background imageJefferson Collection: St. Louis. Missouri History Museum. Forest Park. State of Mi

St. Louis. Missouri History Museum. Forest Park. State of Missouri. Outside. USA

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Washington D. C. United States

Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Washington D. C. United States
United States. Washington D.C. Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Dedicated to T. Jefferson, the 3rd President and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States (1743-1826)

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). 3rd President of the United St

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). 3rd President of the United St
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826). 3rd President and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Principal author of the Declaration of Independence

Background imageJefferson Collection: American Declaration of Independence

American Declaration of Independence. Act adopted in the city of Philadelphia by representatives of the thirteen British colonies in North America

Background imageJefferson Collection: The United States Declaration of Independence. (July 4, 1776

The United States Declaration of Independence. (July 4, 1776). Facsimile

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Davis (Iln)

Jefferson Davis (Iln)
JEFFERSON DAVIS American statesman, President of the Southern Confederacy. Date: 1808 - 1889

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Davis / Brady 87

Jefferson Davis / Brady 87
JEFFERSON DAVIS President of the Confederacy, American Civil War Date: 1808 - 1889

Background imageJefferson Collection: Monticello / Century / P646

Monticello / Century / P646
Thomas Jeffersons home at Monticello - the West front Date: 1887

Background imageJefferson Collection: Thomas Jefferson / Decl In

Thomas Jefferson / Decl In
THOMAS JEFFERSON Third President of the USA (1801 - 1809) writing the Declaration of Independence Date: 1743 - 1826

Background imageJefferson Collection: Monticello / East Portico

Monticello / East Portico
Thomas Jeffersons home at Monticello - the East Portico Date: 1887

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Davis (Chappel

Jefferson Davis (Chappel
JEFFERSON DAVIS President of the Confederacy, American Civil War Date: 1808 - 1889

Background imageJefferson Collection: Monticello / Century / P649

Monticello / Century / P649
Thomas Jeffersons home at Monticello - Interior showing the hall Date: 1887

Background imageJefferson Collection: Monticello / Century / P644

Monticello / Century / P644
Thomas Jeffersons home at Monticello - the East Portico Date: 1887

Background imageJefferson Collection: Washington DC, USA - Jefferson Memorial by moonlight

Washington DC, USA - Jefferson Memorial by moonlight Date: 1943

Background imageJefferson Collection: Shadows of a Great City by J Jefferson & L R Sherwell

Shadows of a Great City by J Jefferson & L R Sherwell
Promotional postcard for Shadows of a Great City by Joseph Jefferson and L. R. Sherwell. First produced in England at the Princesss Theatre

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Hotel, Key West, Florida, USA

Jefferson Hotel, Key West, Florida, USA
Jefferson Hotel, Duval Street, Key West, Florida, USA. Date: 1911

Background imageJefferson Collection: Court House, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

Court House, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Jefferson County Court House, Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Date: circa 1905

Background imageJefferson Collection: TRUMBULL, John (1756-1843). Declaration of Independence

TRUMBULL, John (1756-1843). Declaration of Independence. ca. 1817 - ca. 1819. The five-man drafting committee presenting their draft of the Declaration to the Congress (June 28th, 1776)

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson Randolph Soapy Smith II, American gangster

Jefferson Randolph Soapy Smith II, American gangster
Jefferson Randolph Soapy Smith II (1860-1898), American con artist and gangster. He was shot in a gunfight in Skagway, Alaska, on 8 July 1898. Date: late 19th century

Background imageJefferson Collection: A portrait of Thomas Jefferson. Fourth of July

A portrait of Thomas Jefferson. Fourth of July
A portrait of Thomas Jefferson on a Glorious Fourth of July Greetings card, with the declaration of independence

Background imageJefferson Collection: Mount Jefferson, Oregon

Mount Jefferson, Oregon
Cavalry camp on the plain below Mount Jefferson, in the Cascade range, Oregon. (Do not confuse with other mountains of the same name) Date: 1857

Background imageJefferson Collection: Cascade Mountains USA

Cascade Mountains USA
Two native Americans pause during their hunt : in the distance are mounts Jefferson, Hood and Adams, though the two natives have other names for them. Date: 1857

Background imageJefferson Collection: Martha Jeff. Randolph

Martha Jeff. Randolph
MARTHA (nee Jefferson) RANDOLPH daughter of President Jefferson, for whom she acted as First Lady : wife of her childhood sweetheart Thomas Randolph. Date: 1772 - 1836

Background imageJefferson Collection: Jefferson (Kay)

Jefferson (Kay)
THOMAS JEFFERSON President of the United States of America Date: 1743 - 1826

Background imageJefferson Collection: Banknote vignette female figures representing Liberty

Banknote vignette female figures representing Liberty
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Dover Plains Gallery American Art No 1 1850 Steel engraving

Dover Plains Gallery American Art No 1 1850 Steel engraving
Artokoloro

Background imageJefferson Collection: George Jones 1833 Engraving state plate 11 1 / 16 x 8 1 / 8

George Jones 1833 Engraving state plate 11 1 / 16 x 8 1 / 8
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Excellency Oliver Wolcott Governor State Connecticut

Excellency Oliver Wolcott Governor State Connecticut
Artokoloro

Background imageJefferson Collection: Rev William Jay 1823 Engraving first second states

Rev William Jay 1823 Engraving first second states
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Banknote vignette haymakers symbolizing rural industry

Banknote vignette haymakers symbolizing rural industry
Artokoloro

Background imageJefferson Collection: James Kent 1834 Engraving first state two image

James Kent 1834 Engraving first state two image
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Banknote vignette three putti symbolizing trade

Banknote vignette three putti symbolizing trade
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Rev William Buell Sprague 1834 Engraving second state

Rev William Buell Sprague 1834 Engraving second state
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Chief Justice John Marshall 1833 Engraving third state

Chief Justice John Marshall 1833 Engraving third state
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Title Page New York Mirror Weekly Journal Devoted

Title Page New York Mirror Weekly Journal Devoted
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Background imageJefferson Collection: Annual Caledonian Ball Ticket 19th century Engraving

Annual Caledonian Ball Ticket 19th century Engraving
Artokoloro

Background imageJefferson Collection: Lindley Murray 1827 Engraving sheet 10 1 / 8 x 7 9 / 16

Lindley Murray 1827 Engraving sheet 10 1 / 8 x 7 9 / 16
Artokoloro

Background imageJefferson Collection: David Crockett ca 1830 Engraving second state

David Crockett ca 1830 Engraving second state
Artokoloro




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"Jefferson: A Legacy of Leadership, Knowledge, and Controversy" From the hallowed halls of the Library of Congress to the majestic Rotunda at the University of Virginia, Jefferson's influence resonates through history. As one of America's founding fathers, his impact on our nation is immeasurable. The Declaration of Independence stands as a testament to Jefferson's profound belief in liberty and equality for all. His vision shaped the very fabric of our democracy, inspiring generations to fight for their rights and freedoms. Monticello, with its grandeur and innovation, reflects Jefferson's brilliance as an architect and inventor. From its iconic West Front to its meticulously designed gardens, it embodies his pursuit of beauty and harmony. Yet amidst these accolades lies controversy. The Confederate Generals' depiction reminds us that even great men like Jefferson Davis were entangled in a dark chapter of American history – the Civil War. This conflict tore apart a nation he helped build. However, not all was lost during those turbulent times. Americans gaining French alliance during the Revolutionary War symbolizes how alliances can be forged even in dire circumstances. It demonstrates that hope can arise from unexpected places. Washington & Jefferson College serves as a reminder that education was dear to Jefferson's heart. He believed knowledge was vital for progress and enlightenment – values still cherished today. Through artistry such as "The Occupation of the Day" mural or political campaigns like Grover Cleveland's presidential bid in 1888, we see how Jefferson's legacy continues to shape American culture and politics long after his time. Lastly, let us not forget Thomas Jefferson himself – a complex figure who left an indelible mark on our nation’s history. His map-drawing skills showcased both his intellect and strategic thinking during times of war. Intriguingly multifaceted yet undeniably influential - this is what defines "Jefferson. " We must grapple with both his triumphs and flaws, recognizing the complexities of his legacy.