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Family: Father: Peter Jefferson, 1708-175, a slave owning surveyor and farmer, whom Jefferson idolized, 1755-1815Mother: Jane Randolph, 1720-1776, the wealthy descendant of an aristocratic Virginia family, cousin of Peyton Randolph, the head of the Virginia House of Burgesses.Eldest Sister: Jane, 1740-1765Elder Sister: Mary, 1741-1804Younger Sister: Elizabeth, 1744-1774Younger Sister: Martha, 1746-1811Younger Brother: Peter, 1748-1748Younger Brother: Unnamed, 1750-1750Younger Sister: Lucy, 1752-1810Youngest Sister: Anna, 1755-1828Youngest Brother: Randolph, 1755-1815Wife: Martha Wayles Skelton, 1748-1782 (married 1772). One son, John (1767-1771), by a previous marriage to Bathurst Skelton.Eldest Daughter: Martha (known at Patsy), 1772-1836. Martha is the only one of Thomas Jefferson and Martha Skelton's six children who will survive both her parents.Daughter: Jane, 1774-1775Son: Unnamed, 1777-1777Daughter: Mary (or Maria, known as Polly), 1778-1804Daughter: Lucy Elizabeth, 1780-1781Daughter: Lucy Elizabeth, 1782-1784
After practicing as a circuit lawyer for several years, Jefferson married the 23-year-old widow Martha Wayles Skelton on January 1, 1772. Their marriage took place at the house of Martha's father and the marriage ceremony was conducted by the Reverend William Coutts, while the celebrations lasted for several days.[18] Martha Jefferson was attractive, gracious, and popular with her friends; she was a frequent hostess for Jefferson and managed the large household. They had a happy marriage which is considered the happiest period of Jefferson's life.[19] Martha read widely, did fine needle work and was an amateur musician. Jefferson, who was accomplished on the violin and cello, played with Martha who was an accomplished piano player.[20] It is said that she was attracted to Thomas largely because of their mutual love of music.[21][22] During the ten years of their marriage, Martha bore six children: Martha, called Patsy, (1772–1836); Jane (1774–1775); an unnamed son (1777); Mary Wayles, called Polly, (1778–1804); Lucy Elizabeth (1780–1781); and Lucy Elizabeth (1782–1785). Only Martha and Mary survived to adulthood.[23] After her father John Wayles died in 1773, Martha and her husband Jefferson inherited his 135 slaves, 11,000 acres (4,500 ha; 17 sq mi) and the debts of his estate. These took Jefferson and other co-executors of the estate years to pay off, which contributed to his financial problems.
Later in life, Martha Jefferson suffered from diabetes and ill health, and frequent childbirth further weakened her. A few months after the birth of her last child, Martha died on September 6, 1782, at the age of 33. Jefferson was at his wife's bedside and was distraught after her death. In the following three weeks, Jefferson shut himself in his room, where he paced back and forth until he was nearly exhausted. Later he would often take long rides on secluded roads to mourn for his wife.[23][24]Martha's mother had died young, and as a girl Martha lived with two stepmothers. Shortly before her death, Martha told Jefferson that she could not bear to have another mother raise her children. She pleaded with him to promise never to marry again. Jefferson gave his dying wife his solemn promise and never remarried.
Philosophy in Religion: The religious views of Thomas Jefferson diverged widely from the orthodox Christianity of his day. Throughout his life Jefferson was intensely interested in theology, religious studies, and morality. Jefferson was most closely connected with Unitarianism and the religious philosophy of Christian deism; he was sympathetic to and in general agreement with the moral precepts of Christianity. He considered the religion of Christianity as having "the most sublime and benevolent code of morals which has ever been offered to man."
Thomas Jefferson was highly critical of priests and orthodox Religion. He felt priests were usually forces for conservatism and
Gaude Mrs. Benton Eng. Comp 1 11 November 2013 Thomas Jefferson Thomas Jefferson, who was born in 1743 in Albermarle, Virginia, was a self-made man. Jefferson spent most of his childhood roaming in the woods and studying his books on a remote family owned plantation in Virginia. Jefferson received his education in law from William and Mary College. Jefferson was not what most people consider attractive, with red hair and freckles. Jefferson married widowed Martha Wayles Skelton and took her…
Jasmine Mitchell 3rd period Civics The childhood of Thomas Jefferson Born on 13 April 1743 in Virginia, Thomas Jefferson was the third of eight children of Peter Jefferson and Jane Randolph. His father, who was of Welsh descent, was a ship’s captain and worked as a planter for some time. In 1745, his family moved to Tuckahoe and lived there for seven years before they returned to their home in Albemarle after his father was appointed to the colonelcy of the county. Jefferson’s education began…
Makeiah Adams Mr. Anderson 28 February 2015 HIST 2001 Thomas Jefferson: The Man Who Started It All Thomas Jefferson was a powerful political figure and leader in our country. He made numerous contributions to the United States ranging from inventions to legal documents. He also made a few wise decisions that forever affected our country and the world we live in today. Thomas Jefferson made a decision to purchase Louisiana Territory from France which then led another great decision to enlist two…
Student Name Final Teacher 3 May 2012 Thomas Jefferson Known to Americans as one of the Founding Fathers and the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson is among United States history as one of the greatest Americans to live. Jefferson was the third child of 10 in his family and was born on April 13th, 1743 in Shadwell, Goochland County, Virginia. His father Peter Jefferson was a planter and slaveholder whom meets…
years, Thomas Jefferson was considerably very important to the history and growth of the United States. Born on April 13, 1743 in Shadwell, Virginia Jefferson was noted for his heavily involvement in the United States (U.S.) government. Jefferson served as a representative in the Virginia House of Burgesses in 1769 then eventually got a seat in the Second Continental Congress in 1775. From there was when Jefferson had presented and submitted his draft of the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson returned…
The election of Thomas Jefferson in 1800 was significant in many ways. Jefferson himself even called his election revolutionary and is an example of how America re-invented itslelf once again. For the first time in our country's history governmental control and power was transfered from one party to another. Power was transitioned from the Federalist party under Washington and Adams, to the Democratic/Republican party under Jefferson. Aslo, Jefferson's election marked the emeregence of a two…
Roger Murphy Mrs. Fatheree American Literature I 19 November 2014 Why We Should Study Thomas Jefferson. “We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” This quote, written by Thomas Jefferson, comes from the Declaration of Independence which the United States of America was founded upon. This is one of the most important documents in…
Federalists- term used to describe Alexander Hamilton and some of his less-moderate supporters. They wanted the naval war with France to continue and also wanted to severely limit the rights of an opposition party 15. Aaron Burr- Vice president under Thomas Jefferson who killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel and eventually hatched schemes to detach parts of the west from the United States 16. lame-duck- period of time between an incumbent party's or officeholder's loss of an election and the succession to…
that money is the main source for happiness. On the other hand, there are others who believe that happiness comes from their spirituality and God. Two authors Thomas Jefferson, “The Declaration of Independence” and Davis Simon’s “There are Now Two Americas. My Country is a Horror Show”, both agree that we as people should be happy. However, Thomas believed that Independence and our rights to be treated equally was our only key to happiness. On the contrary, David believe that with a minimum wage job…
The Jeffersonian Era Chapter #7 Study Guide Main Themes: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. How Americans expressed their cultural independence. The impact of industrialism on the United States and its people. The role that Thomas Jefferson played in shaping the American character. How the American people and their political system responded to the nation’s physical expansion. How American ambitions and attitudes came into conflict with British policies and let to the War of 1812. How Americans…