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Why did Thomas Jefferson put certain inscriptions on his tombstone?
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Jefferson designed his own tombstone, as he designed every element of his beloved Monticello home and property.
Jefferson had only his most proud accomplishments on his tombstone -- Governor of Virginia, Father of the University of Virginia, Author of the Virginian Bill of Rights. He did feel proud of his presidency, as it took such a toll on him and were not the happiest years of his life.
The one accomplishment that American's most remember about him -- as U.S. President -- is notably missing from his tombstone.
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Did Thomas Jefferson want the fact that he was a president on his tombstone?
No
Who mainly authored the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson is credited with the writting of the declaration of independance.Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. He asked that this feat be carved on his tombstone.
Who wrote the three things on Jefferson's tombstone?
Here was buried thomas jefferson author of the declaration of american independence of the statute of virginia for religious freedom and father of the university of virginia.
Which of Thomas Jefferson's accomplishments is not mentioned on his tombstone?
the accomplishment that he was the third president
What one of Thomas Jefferson's job's wasn't put on his tombstone?
President of the United States
Who is credited with the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson is credited with the writting of the declaration of independance.Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence. He asked that this feat be carved on his tombstone.
What US presidents tombstone can be found in Columbia MO?
The original tombstone for Thomas Jefferson is located in Columbia, MO. at the University of Missouri-Columbia. It is located on the east side of the Francis Quad.
Which President's gravestone does not mention him being President?
Thomas Jefferson for one (there may be others). Jefferson wrote his own epitaph before he died, and it is engraved on his tombstone: "Here was buried Thomas Jefferson Author of the Declaration of American Independence Of the Statute of Virginia for religious freedom & Father of the University of Virginia."
What does OS mean on Jefferson's tombstone?
It means that Jefferson's old birthdate was in the "Old Style" or Julian date, see here for more information: http://www.monticello.org/reports/life/old_style.html
Who were Thomas Jefferson's grandparents?
Thomas Jefferson's father was Peter Jefferson and his grandfather was Thomas Jefferson.
Who were the leaders of The Enlightenment of America?
Thomas Jefferson and Thomas Paine A+
What president is on On the Nickel?
Thomas Jefferson
