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Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) was an American Founding Father, principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third President of the United States (1801–1809). A champion of democracy, individual liberties, and states' rights, he played a crucial role in shaping the young nation. As president, he oversaw the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, which doubled the size of the United States, and commissioned the Lewis and Clark expedition to explore the western territories. A brilliant thinker and polymath, Jefferson was also an architect, philosopher, and advocate for education, founding the University of Virginia. However, his legacy is complex, as he was a lifelong slave owner despite his writings on freedom and equality. His influence on American governance, law, and culture remains profound.