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John Hancock is perhaps best known for his large and ornate signature on the Declaration of Independence. He was the first to sign the Declaration, as he was the president of the Continental Congress, the body that constructed the Declaration, at the time it was approved and adopted. He is supposed to have declared, after signing his name, "There, I suppose King George will be able to read that!" but this claim is unverified.
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What amendments did congress make in the constitution to fulfill john hancocks promise?
Act of toleration.
Why to this day do people refer to signatures as John Hancocks?
People refer to signatures as "John Hancocks" due to the prominent and bold signature of John Hancock, a founding father of the United States. Hancock was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and his signature has since become a symbol of personal identification and defiance. The term has endured in popular culture, representing not just a signature, but also the act of affirming one's commitment.
What was Amelia Earhart's second most famous act?
she stood up for women
What is the conflict in Vanishing Act by John Feinstein?
The conflict in the book Vanishing Act by John Feinstein is that the famous tennis player Nadia Symanova is kidnapped. The main characters are Stevie and Susan who try to find the kidnapped tennis player.
Who was the most outspoken opponent of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?
John Calhoun and Henry Seward.
How did john Wilkes booth act?
how did john wilkes booth act
What is the most famous bill that Congress passed in 1962?
The Civil Rights Act. Actually it was 65 and not 62.
Who is a famous puppeteer?
Jim Henson was perhaps the most famous puppeteer. He was the creator of the Muppets. Jeff Dunham is a popular comedian that uses a collection of puppets in his act.
Some of the most famous filibusters have gone over 24 hours?
Some of the most famous filibusters have gone over 24 hours. The most famous is Senator Strom Thurman's 24 hour, 18 minutes failed filibuster against the Civil Rights Act of 1957.
Rod Stewart was originally a member of what famous rock act?
Other than solo, Rod Stewart is most famous as a member of (The) Facesand The Jeff Beck Group.
What are Raske Menn famous for?
Raske Menn are a trio of Norwegian comedians. They are famous for their sketches and shows, and have won many comedy awards. Their most famous act is called "The History of the World in 5 Minutes".
What are the most famous action that the Sons of Liberty took to protest the British Tea Act?
dumping the tea in Boston Harbor.
