History help! 1775-1820!?

Question: History help! 1775-1820!!?

choose 4 people you feel most influenced america between 1775-1820, then explain why you think that!

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Thomas Jefferson--principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and one of the most influential Founding Fathers for his promotion of the ideals of republicanism in the United States!. Major events during his presidency include the Louisiana Purchase (1803) and the Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804–1806)!.

Benjamin Franklin--Statesman, Diplomat, Inventor, Policy influencer-- As a scientist he was a major figure in the Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity!. He invented the lightning rod, bifocals, the Franklin stove, a carriage odometer, and a musical instrument!. He formed both the first public lending library in America and first fire department in Pennsylvania!. He was an early proponent of colonial unity and as a political writer and activist he, more than anyone, invented the idea of an American nation and as a diplomat during the American Revolution, he secured the French alliance that helped to make independence possible!.

George Washington--First President and capable leader of Continental Army defeating the British in the American Revolution, therefore paving the way for the establishment of the Nation!.

James Madison--Considered to be the "Father of the Constitution", he was the principal author of the document!. In 1788, he wrote over a third of the Federalist Papers, still the most influential commentary on the Constitution!. He is also known as the Father of the Bill of Rights!.Www@QuestionHome@Com